1959 Riley 4-68 vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2000 Saturn SC is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4-68. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4-68 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn SC (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4-68. (63 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4-68. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Riley 4-68 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2000 Saturn SC.
Because 1959 Riley 4-68 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 1959 Riley 4-68. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Saturn SC, 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, 2000 Saturn SC (165 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4-68. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4-68.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Riley 4-68 | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Riley | Saturn |
| Model | 4-68 | SC |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
