2006 Fiat Strada vs. 1959 Riley 4-68
To start off, 2006 Fiat Strada is newer by 47 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 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Strada (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4-68. (63 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4-68.
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, 2006 Fiat Strada, 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, 2006 Fiat Strada (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4-68. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4-68.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Strada | 1959 Riley 4-68 | |
Make | Fiat | Riley |
Model | Strada | 4-68 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |