1995 Fiat Uno vs. 1957 Riley 1.5
To start off, 1995 Fiat Uno is newer by 38 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Riley 1.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Uno (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1957 Riley 1.5. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Uno 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 15 kg more than 1995 Fiat Uno.
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, 1995 Fiat Uno, 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, 1995 Fiat Uno (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 1.5. (112 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 1.5.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Fiat Uno | 1957 Riley 1.5 | |
Make | Fiat | Riley |
Model | Uno | 1.5 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1371 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2190 mm |