2007 Honda Element vs. 1960 Riley 4
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 47 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1960 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 816 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, 2007 Honda Element, 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 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Riley 4. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 1960 Riley 4 | |
Make | Honda | Riley |
Model | Element | 4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |