2004 Mini Cooper vs. 1970 Riley 4
To start off, 2004 Mini Cooper is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1970 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1970 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Riley 4 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Because 1970 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 1970 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mini Cooper, 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 Mini Cooper (149 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Riley 4. (120 Nm). This means 2004 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mini Cooper | 1970 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Mini | Riley |
| Model | Cooper | 4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
