1959 Riley 4 vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 49 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 75 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 1959 Riley 4 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. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza, 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, 2008 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Riley 4 | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Riley | Seat |
Model | 4 | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |