2007 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 1966 Riley 4
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (122 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1966 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1966 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1262 kg more than 1966 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mahindra Scorpio (183 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Riley 4. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | 1966 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Mahindra | Riley |
| Model | Scorpio | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
