1959 Riley 4-68 vs. 2011 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Accent is newer by 52 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Accent (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4-68. (63 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Accent 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 5 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2011 Hyundai Accent, 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, 2011 Hyundai Accent (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4-68. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4-68. 2011 Hyundai Accent 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. 2011 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Riley 4-68 | 2011 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Riley | Hyundai |
Model | 4-68 | Accent |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1087 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4369 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1699 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |