2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 1967 Riley 4
To start off, 2008 Dodge Caliber is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1967 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 277 kg more than 1967 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Caliber, 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, 2008 Dodge Caliber (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Caliber | 1967 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Riley |
| Model | Caliber | 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |
