1957 Riley 1.5 vs. 1982 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 1.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 1.5 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Riley 1.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Riley 1.5 (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Riley 1.5 should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley 1.5 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Riley 1.5 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 1957 Riley 1.5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1957 Riley 1.5 (112 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1957 Riley 1.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Riley 1.5 | 1982 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Riley | Volkswagen |
Model | 1.5 | Polo |
Year Released | 1957 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 72 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |