2009 Honda Accord vs. 1971 Riley 4
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Riley 4 would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1971 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 313 kg more than 1971 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, 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 Honda Accord (161 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1971 Riley 4 | |
Make | Honda | Riley |
Model | Accord | 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |