1997 Honda CRX vs. 1970 Riley 4
To start off, 1997 Honda CRX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1970 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1970 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Riley 4 weights approximately 98 kg more than 1997 Honda CRX.
Because 1970 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 1970 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda CRX, 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, 1997 Honda CRX (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda CRX | 1970 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Riley |
| Model | CRX | 4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
