Riley Pathfinder

Riley Pathfinder - key facts

  • Introduced in 1953, the end came for the Riley Pathfinder in 1957.
  • 60mph was reached in 16.7 seconds.
  • Maximum speed of the Riley Pathfinder was 98 mph.
  • 5,536 of the Riley Pathfinder were produced.
Riley Pathfinder Specifications
Production 5,536
From 1953
Until 1957
Bodywork
Body StyleSaloon
Dimensions
Length15ft 2in4.65m
Width5ft 6in1.7m
Wheelbase9ft 51/2in2.88m
Front Track4ft 61/2in1.38m
Rear Track4ft 61/2in1.38m
Kerb Weight3450lb/1.54ton1565kg
Engine
Engine displacement2443cc149cu in
Bore3in80.5mm
Stroke4.72in120mm
Cylinders4
Cylinder LayoutInline
Valve operationOverhead valve
Compression ratio7.2:1
Power Output110bhp @ 4400rpm108PS @ 4400rpm
Specific Output45bhp/litre0.74bhp/cu in
Torque Output134lbft @ 3000rpm182Nm @ 3000rpm
Specific Torque74Nm/litre
Fuel TypePetrol
Fuel systemTwin Carburettor
Carburettor makeSU
Performance
Power to weight71bhp/ton
Acceleration 0-50mph11.7 seconds
Acceleration 0-60mph16.7 seconds
Standing Qtr mile20.6 seconds
Top speed98mph158km/h
Fuel consumption19mpg8km/l
Chassis
Engine locationFront
Engine alignmentLongitudinal
Driven wheelsRear
Front SuspensionIndependent Torsion bar
Rear SuspensionBeam axle Coil spring
BrakesDrums front and rear
Gearbox type4 speed Manual with Overdrive option
Number of gears4
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