1959 Riley 4 vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 170 kg more than 1959 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Riley 4 | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Riley | Subaru |
Model | 4 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |