2006 Mini Cooper vs. 1965 Riley 4
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,620 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (115 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1965 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Riley 4 weights approximately 23 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Because 1965 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 1965 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper, 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, 2006 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mini Cooper | 1965 Riley 4 | |
Make | Mini | Riley |
Model | Cooper | 4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1620 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |