1958 Riley 4 vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 52 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1958 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 189 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 2010 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley 4. 2010 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1958 Riley 4 has manual transmission. 1958 Riley 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Riley 4 | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Riley | Nissan |
Model | 4 | Frontier |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3200 mm |