1993 Eagle Summit vs. 1958 Riley 4
To start off, 1993 Eagle Summit is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Eagle Summit (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1958 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Eagle Summit weights approximately 85 kg more than 1958 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Riley 4 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 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Eagle Summit, 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, 1993 Eagle Summit (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Eagle Summit | 1958 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Eagle | Riley |
| Model | Summit | 4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
