2005 Ford Focus vs. 1960 Riley 4
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1960 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 60 kg more than 1960 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Riley 4. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1960 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Riley |
| Model | Focus | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
