1958 Riley 4 vs. 2002 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2002 Toyota Previa is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley 4 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1958 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Previa weights approximately 385 kg more than 1958 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Riley 4 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 1958 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Previa, 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, 2002 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Riley 4 | 2002 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Riley | Toyota |
Model | 4 | Previa |
Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2900 mm |