2000 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 1971 Riley 4
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Riley 4 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1971 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1971 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 362 kg more than 1971 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 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 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 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 1971 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mitsubishi Verada | 1971 Riley 4 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Riley |
Model | Verada | 4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 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 | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |