2001 Honda Legend vs. 1957 Riley 1.5
To start off, 2001 Honda Legend is newer by 44 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1957 Riley 1.5. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 1.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Legend weights approximately 735 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, 2001 Honda Legend, 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, 2001 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 1.5. (112 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 1.5. 2001 Honda Legend 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. 2001 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Legend | 1957 Riley 1.5 | |
| Make | Honda | Riley |
| Model | Legend | 1.5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 31 L |
