2007 Ford Ikon vs. 1959 Riley 4
To start off, 2007 Ford Ikon is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ikon (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ikon should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Riley 4 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 Ford Ikon.
Because 1959 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 1959 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ikon, 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, 2007 Ford Ikon (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ikon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ikon | 1959 Riley 4 | |
Make | Ford | Riley |
Model | Ikon | 4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |