1959 Riley 4 vs. 2013 Scion iQ
To start off, 2013 Scion iQ is newer by 54 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 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion iQ (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion iQ should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Riley 4 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2013 Scion iQ.
Because 2013 Scion iQ 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, 2013 Scion iQ 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, 2013 Scion iQ (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Scion iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Riley 4 | 2013 Scion iQ | |
Make | Riley | Scion |
Model | 4 | iQ |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3045 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2000 mm |