2000 Lancia Kappa vs. 1957 Riley 1.5
To start off, 2000 Lancia Kappa is newer by 43 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 1,929 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1957 Riley 1.5. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 1.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 520 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 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, 2000 Lancia Kappa, 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 Lancia Kappa (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 1.5. (112 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 1.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lancia Kappa | 1957 Riley 1.5 | |
| Make | Lancia | Riley |
| Model | Kappa | 1.5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2190 mm |
