1957 Riley 1.5 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 46 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 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1957 Riley 1.5. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 1.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 510 kg more than 1957 Riley 1.5. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 1.5. (112 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 1.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Riley 1.5 | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Riley | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1.5 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 62 L |
