1958 Riley 4 vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 47 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1958 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 445 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, 2005 Saab 05-Sep, 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, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (281 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley 4. (115 Nm). This means 2005 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Riley 4 | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Riley | Saab |
Model | 4 | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 281 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |