2001 Ford Fiesta vs. 1960 Riley 4
To start off, 2001 Ford Fiesta 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Fiesta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1960 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Riley 4 weights approximately 164 kg more than 2001 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1960 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 1960 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2001 Ford Fiesta (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Riley 4. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Fiesta | 1960 Riley 4 | |
Make | Ford | Riley |
Model | Fiesta | 4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 976 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |