1998 Kia Retona vs. 1970 Riley 4
To start off, 1998 Kia Retona is newer by 28 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1970 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Retona weights approximately 722 kg more than 1970 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Kia Retona 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, 1998 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Retona | 1970 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Kia | Riley |
| Model | Retona | 4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
