1998 Ford Tracer vs. 1959 Riley 4-68
To start off, 1998 Ford Tracer is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4-68. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4-68 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Riley 4-68 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Tracer (67 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4-68. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Tracer should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4-68. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Riley 4-68 weights approximately 127 kg more than 1998 Ford Tracer.
Because 1959 Riley 4-68 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 4-68. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Tracer, 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 4-68 (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Tracer. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Riley 4-68 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Tracer | 1959 Riley 4-68 | |
| Make | Ford | Riley |
| Model | Tracer | 4-68 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
