1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 1959 Riley 4-68
To start off, 1988 Dodge Spirit is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4-68. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4-68 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4-68. (63 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4-68. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 224 kg more than 1959 Riley 4-68. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Riley 4-68 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 4-68. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1988 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4-68. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4-68.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Dodge Spirit | 1959 Riley 4-68 | |
Make | Dodge | Riley |
Model | Spirit | 4-68 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |