2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1957 Riley 1.5
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 48 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1957 Riley 1.5. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 1.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 543 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.
Because 1957 Riley 1.5 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 1957 Riley 1.5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 1.5. (112 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 1.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1957 Riley 1.5 | |
| Make | Ford | Riley |
| Model | Mondeo | 1.5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 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 | 1478 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 31 L |
