2005 Ford Econovan vs. 1959 Riley 4-68
To start off, 2005 Ford Econovan is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4-68. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4-68 would be higher. At 1,788 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Econovan (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4-68. (63 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4-68. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econovan weights approximately 203 kg more than 1959 Riley 4-68. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Ford Econovan (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4-68. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4-68.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Econovan | 1959 Riley 4-68 | |
| Make | Ford | Riley |
| Model | Econovan | 4-68 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1788 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
