1971 Riley 4 vs. 2010 Ford Mustang

To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 39 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mustang (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1971 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1971 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mustang weights approximately 455 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.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Ford Mustang (440 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Riley 4.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Riley 4 2010 Ford Mustang
Make Riley Ford
Model 4 Mustang
Year Released 1971 2010
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1622 cc 4600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 67 HP 315 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 121 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1148 kg 1603 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 4778 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1877 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1425 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 61 L


 

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