2003 Hyundai Getz vs. 1958 Riley 4
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Getz is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Riley 4 (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Getz. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Riley 4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Riley 4 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Getz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Getz, 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, 1958 Riley 4 (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Getz. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Getz | 1958 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Riley |
| Model | Getz | 4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
