2001 Ford EX vs. 1960 Riley 4
To start off, 2001 Ford EX is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Riley 4 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1960 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford EX weights approximately 40 kg more than 1960 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Riley 4. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford EX | 1960 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Riley |
| Model | EX | 4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 567 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
