2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1966 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1966 Riley Kestrel. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1966 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 438 kg more than 1966 Riley Kestrel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Riley Kestrel. (83 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1966 Riley Kestrel | |
| Make | Ford | Riley |
| Model | F-150 | Kestrel |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 25 L |
