1959 Riley 4-68 vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 48 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4-68. (63 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4-68. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1959 Riley 4-68. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Riley 4-68. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4-68. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4-68. 2007 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 1959 Riley 4-68 has manual transmission. 1959 Riley 4-68 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Riley 4-68 | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Riley | Volvo |
| Model | 4-68 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
