1991 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1957 Riley 1.5
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 34 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 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina (198 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1957 Riley 1.5. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 1.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 595 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, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina, 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, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina (291 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 1.5. (112 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 1.5.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Lumina | 1957 Riley 1.5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Riley |
Model | Lumina | 1.5 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3352 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2190 mm |