1997 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1957 Riley 1.5
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1957 Riley 1.5. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 1.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 770 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 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Riley 1.5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 1.5. (112 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 1.5.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1957 Riley 1.5 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Riley |
Model | L 200 | 1.5 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2190 mm |