1959 Riley 4 vs. 2009 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Stilo is newer by 50 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Stilo (68 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 125 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, 2009 Fiat Stilo, 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, 2009 Fiat Stilo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Riley 4 | 2009 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Riley | Fiat |
Model | 4 | Stilo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |