2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 1969 Riley 4
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fiesta (95 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1969 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1969 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Riley 4 weights approximately 182 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1969 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 1969 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2009 Ford Fiesta (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fiesta | 1969 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Riley |
| Model | Fiesta | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
