2003 Holden Cruze vs. 1959 Riley 4
To start off, 2003 Holden Cruze is newer by 44 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Holden Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Cruze (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Cruze should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Riley 4 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2003 Holden Cruze.
Because 2003 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Cruze will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Holden Cruze (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Holden Cruze | 1959 Riley 4 | |
Make | Holden | Riley |
Model | Cruze | 4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |