2007 Kia Picanto vs. 1961 Riley 4
To start off, 2007 Kia Picanto is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1961 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Riley 4 weights approximately 212 kg more than 2007 Kia Picanto.
Because 1961 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 1961 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Picanto, 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, 1961 Riley 4 (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Picanto. 2007 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 1961 Riley 4 has manual transmission. 1961 Riley 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Picanto | 1961 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Kia | Riley |
| Model | Picanto | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 126 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
