2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1960 Riley 4
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 48 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1960 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 240 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo, 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 Ford Mondeo (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Riley 4. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 1960 Riley 4 | |
Make | Ford | Riley |
Model | Mondeo | 4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |