2005 Honda Legend vs. 1969 Riley 4
To start off, 2005 Honda Legend is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Riley 4 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Legend (291 HP) has 224 more horse power than 1969 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1969 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Legend weights approximately 522 kg more than 1969 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend, 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 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Legend | 1969 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Riley |
| Model | Legend | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
