1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer vs. 1957 Riley 1.5
To start off, 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 1.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 1.5 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (109 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1957 Riley 1.5. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 1.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer weights approximately 795 kg more than 1957 Riley 1.5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Riley 1.5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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, 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 1.5. (112 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 1.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | 1957 Riley 1.5 | |
| Make | Jeep | Riley |
| Model | Grand Wagoneer | 1.5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2190 mm |
