1957 Riley 1.5 vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 55 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1957 Riley 1.5. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 1.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 305 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, 2012 Citroen C4, 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, 2012 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 1.5. (112 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 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 | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Riley | Citroen |
| Model | 1.5 | C4 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |
