1971 Riley 4 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 40 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1971 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1971 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 472 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 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Riley 4 | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Riley | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 4 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
