1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1957 Riley 1.5
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1957 Riley 1.5. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 1.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 840 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 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 1.5. (112 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 1.5. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 1957 Riley 1.5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Riley |
| Model | Silverado | 1.5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 31 L |
