1957 Riley 1.5 vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1957 Riley 1.5. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 1.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1127 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 Toyota Sienna, 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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 1.5. (112 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 1.5. 2012 Toyota Sienna 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. 2012 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Riley 1.5 | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Riley | Toyota |
| Model | 1.5 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1984 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 76 L |
