1999 Buick Cielo vs. 1957 Riley 1.5
To start off, 1999 Buick Cielo is newer by 42 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Cielo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Cielo (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1957 Riley 1.5. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 1.5.
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, 1999 Buick Cielo, 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, 1999 Buick Cielo (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 1.5. (112 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 1.5. 1999 Buick Cielo 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. 1999 Buick Cielo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Cielo | 1957 Riley 1.5 | |
| Make | Buick | Riley |
| Model | Cielo | 1.5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
