1992 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1958 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1992 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Hyundai Lantra (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 265 kg more than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Riley One-Point-Five 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 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Hyundai Lantra, 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, 1992 Hyundai Lantra (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Hyundai Lantra | 1958 Riley One-Point-Five | |
| Make | Hyundai | Riley |
| Model | Lantra | One-Point-Five |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2190 mm |
