2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1971 Riley 4
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 30 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1971 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1971 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 347 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo, 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 Mondeo (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1971 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Riley |
| Model | Mondeo | 4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 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 | 1495 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
