1958 Riley One-Point-Five vs. 2010 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Maxima is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 682 kg more than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Riley One-Point-Five 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 One-Point-Five. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2010 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Riley One-Point-Five | 2010 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Riley | Nissan |
Model | One-Point-Five | Maxima |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2776 mm |