1999 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1970 Riley 4
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 29 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1970 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1970 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 307 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 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna, 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Magna | 1970 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Riley |
| Model | Magna | 4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
