1991 Ford Escort vs. 1958 Riley 4
To start off, 1991 Ford Escort is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,858 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Escort (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1958 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Riley 4 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1991 Ford Escort.
Because 1958 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 1958 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Ford Escort, 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, 1991 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Escort | 1958 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Riley |
| Model | Escort | 4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1858 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
