2000 Fiat Coupe vs. 1958 Riley 4
To start off, 2000 Fiat Coupe is newer by 42 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 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1958 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 40 kg more than 1958 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Riley 4 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 1958 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Coupe, 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, 2000 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Coupe | 1958 Riley 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Riley |
Model | Coupe | 4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |