2004 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1959 Riley 4-68
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4-68. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4-68 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4-68. (63 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4-68. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Riley 4-68 weights approximately 32 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo.
Because 1959 Riley 4-68 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 4-68. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo, 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, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4-68. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4-68.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Aveo | 1959 Riley 4-68 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Riley |
| Model | Aveo | 4-68 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |
