2000 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 1968 Riley 4
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Riley 4 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP) has 141 more horse power than 1968 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1968 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 362 kg more than 1968 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada, 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Verada | 1968 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Riley |
| Model | Verada | 4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
