2001 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 1957 Riley 1.5
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1957 Riley 1.5. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 1.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 615 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 Mitsubishi Diamante, 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 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 1.5. (112 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 1.5. 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante 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 Mitsubishi Diamante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Mitsubishi Diamante | 1957 Riley 1.5 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Riley |
Model | Diamante | 1.5 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2190 mm |