1957 Riley 1.5 vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 53 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1957 Riley 1.5. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 1.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 463 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, 2010 Nissan Altima, 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 1.5. (112 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima 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 | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Riley | Nissan |
| Model | 1.5 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 76 L |
