1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1957 Riley 1.5
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 41 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 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1957 Riley 1.5. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 1.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 637 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 1.5. (112 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 1.5. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1957 Riley 1.5 has manual transmission. 1957 Riley 1.5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1957 Riley 1.5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Riley |
| Model | Corvette | 1.5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 31 L |
