1982 Mercury Lynx vs. 1957 Riley 1.5
To start off, 1982 Mercury Lynx is newer by 25 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercury Lynx (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1957 Riley 1.5. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 1.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 15 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 1957 Riley 1.5 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 1957 Riley 1.5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Mercury Lynx, 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, 1982 Mercury Lynx (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 1.5. (112 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 1.5.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Mercury Lynx | 1957 Riley 1.5 | |
Make | Mercury | Riley |
Model | Lynx | 1.5 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 31 L |