2003 Opel Vectra vs. 1958 Riley 4
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1958 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 250 kg more than 1958 Riley 4. 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 Opel Vectra, 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (162 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley 4. 2003 Opel Vectra has automatic transmission and 1958 Riley 4 has manual transmission. 1958 Riley 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 1958 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Opel | Riley |
| Model | Vectra | 4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3300 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 | 1390 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
