1998 Honda Today vs. 1961 Riley 4
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 37 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Riley 4 (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Riley 4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Riley 4 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today 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, 1998 Honda Today 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, 1961 Riley 4 (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1961 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Today | 1961 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Riley |
| Model | Today | 4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 655 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
