2004 Hyundai Accent vs. 1959 Riley 4-68
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Accent 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Riley 4-68 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Riley 4-68 (63 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Riley 4-68 should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Riley 4-68 weights approximately 157 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Hyundai Accent, 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, 1959 Riley 4-68 (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (105 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1959 Riley 4-68 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Hyundai Accent | 1959 Riley 4-68 | |
Make | Hyundai | Riley |
Model | Accent | 4-68 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |