2002 Honda Capa vs. 1959 Riley 4
To start off, 2002 Honda Capa is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Capa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Capa (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Capa should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Riley 4 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2002 Honda Capa.
Because 1959 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 1959 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Capa, 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, 2002 Honda Capa (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Capa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4. 2002 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 1959 Riley 4 has manual transmission. 1959 Riley 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Capa | 1959 Riley 4 | |
Make | Honda | Riley |
Model | Capa | 4 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |