1957 Riley 1.5 vs. 2011 Kia Venga
To start off, 2011 Kia Venga is newer by 54 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Venga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Venga (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1957 Riley 1.5. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Venga should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 1.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Venga weights approximately 408 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, 2011 Kia Venga, 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, 2011 Kia Venga (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 1.5. (112 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 1.5. 2011 Kia Venga has automatic transmission and 1957 Riley 1.5 has manual transmission. 1957 Riley 1.5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Venga will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Riley 1.5 | 2011 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Riley | Kia |
| Model | 1.5 | Venga |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1343 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 48 L |
