1999 Nissan SUT vs. 1958 Riley 4
To start off, 1999 Nissan SUT is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley 4 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan SUT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan SUT (140 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1958 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan SUT should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley 4.
Because 1999 Nissan SUT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan SUT 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 Nissan SUT (372 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley 4. (115 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan SUT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley 4. 1999 Nissan SUT has automatic transmission and 1958 Riley 4 has manual transmission. 1958 Riley 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan SUT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan SUT | 1958 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Riley |
| Model | SUT | 4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
