1996 Opel Vectra vs. 1958 Riley 4
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 38 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1958 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 170 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, 1996 Opel Vectra, 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, 1996 Opel Vectra (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Vectra | 1958 Riley 4 | |
Make | Opel | Riley |
Model | Vectra | 4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |