1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1957 Riley 1.5
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 40 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1957 Riley 1.5. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 1.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 446 kg more than 1957 Riley 1.5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Honda Prelude, 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 Honda Prelude (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 1.5. (112 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 1.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 1957 Riley 1.5 | |
| Make | Honda | Riley |
| Model | Prelude | 1.5 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 31 L |
