1971 Riley 4 vs. 1992 Rover 800
To start off, 1992 Rover 800 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Riley 4 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1971 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1971 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 800 weights approximately 376 kg more than 1971 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Riley 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Rover 800, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Riley 4 | 1992 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Riley | Rover |
| Model | 4 | 800 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
