2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1961 Riley 4
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Riley 4 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1961 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 594 kg more than 1961 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred will offer significantly more control. 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 Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley 4. 2005 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1961 Riley 4 has manual transmission. 1961 Riley 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1961 Riley 4 | |
Make | Ford | Riley |
Model | Five Hundred | 4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |