1997 Daewoo Joyster vs. 1959 Riley 4-68
To start off, 1997 Daewoo Joyster is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4-68. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4-68 would be higher. At 1,497 cc, 1997 Daewoo Joyster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Daewoo Joyster (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4-68. (63 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Daewoo Joyster should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4-68. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Riley 4-68 weights approximately 192 kg more than 1997 Daewoo Joyster.
Because 1959 Riley 4-68 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 1959 Riley 4-68. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Daewoo Joyster, 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, 1997 Daewoo Joyster (137 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4-68. (115 Nm). This means 1997 Daewoo Joyster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4-68. 1997 Daewoo Joyster has automatic transmission and 1959 Riley 4-68 has manual transmission. 1959 Riley 4-68 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Daewoo Joyster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Daewoo Joyster | 1959 Riley 4-68 | |
Make | Daewoo | Riley |
Model | Joyster | 4-68 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1489 cc |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 115 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1520 mm |