1956 Chevrolet Half-Ton vs. 1951 Riley RM A
To start off, 1956 Chevrolet Half-Ton is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Riley RM A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Riley RM A would be higher. At 4,843 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Half-Ton is equipped with a bigger engine.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chevrolet Half-Ton | 1951 Riley RM A | |
Make | Chevrolet | Riley |
Model | Half-Ton | RM A |
Year Released | 1956 | 1951 |
Engine Size | 4843 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |