2004 Ford Focus vs. 1958 Riley 4
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1958 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 137 kg more than 1958 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus, 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, 2004 Ford Focus (174 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley 4. (115 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1958 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Riley |
| Model | Focus | 4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
