2001 Ford Laser vs. 1960 Riley 4
To start off, 2001 Ford Laser 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1960 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Riley 4 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2001 Ford Laser.
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 Laser, 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 Laser (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Riley 4. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Laser | 1960 Riley 4 | |
Make | Ford | Riley |
Model | Laser | 4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |