1995 Dodge Stealth vs. 1961 Riley 4
To start off, 1995 Dodge Stealth is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Riley 4 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1961 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 590 kg more than 1961 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Stealth 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, 1995 Dodge Stealth (429 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Stealth | 1961 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Riley |
| Model | Stealth | 4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 429 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
