1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1957 Riley 1.5
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 32 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1957 Riley 1.5. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 1.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley 1.5 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
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, 1989 Daihatsu Applause, 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, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 1.5. (112 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 1.5.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Applause | 1957 Riley 1.5 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Riley |
Model | Applause | 1.5 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 31 L |