1957 Riley 1.5 vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1957 Riley 1.5. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 1.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 578 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 Volkswagen CC, 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 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 1.5. (112 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Riley | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1.5 | CC |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
