2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 1958 Riley 4
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley 4 would be higher. At 2,495 cc, 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 942 kg more than 1958 Riley 4.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Defender | 1958 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Riley |
| Model | Defender | 4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1489 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
