2004 Opel Speedster vs. 1957 Riley 1.5
To start off, 2004 Opel Speedster is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 1.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 1.5 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1957 Riley 1.5. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 1.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Speedster weights approximately 70 kg more than 1957 Riley 1.5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 1.5. (112 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 1.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Speedster | 1957 Riley 1.5 | |
| Make | Opel | Riley |
| Model | Speedster | 1.5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 31 L |
