1994 Mini MK VI vs. 1959 Riley 4
To start off, 1994 Mini MK VI is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Riley 4 (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1994 Mini MK VI. (41 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Riley 4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mini MK VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Riley 4 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1994 Mini MK VI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Mini MK VI, 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, 1959 Riley 4 (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mini MK VI. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1959 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mini MK VI.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mini MK VI | 1959 Riley 4 | |
Make | Mini | Riley |
Model | MK VI | 4 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2530 mm |