1990 Dodge Stealth vs. 1959 Riley 4-68
To start off, 1990 Dodge Stealth is newer by 31 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4-68. (63 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4-68. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 638 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 1990 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Riley 4-68. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth 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, 1990 Dodge Stealth (429 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4-68. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4-68.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Stealth | 1959 Riley 4-68 | |
| Make | Dodge | Riley |
| Model | Stealth | 4-68 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 429 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
