2006 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1957 Riley 1.5
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 49 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Sonata (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1957 Riley 1.5. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 1.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 607 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, 2006 Hyundai Sonata, 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 Hyundai Sonata (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 1.5. (112 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 1.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Sonata | 1957 Riley 1.5 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Riley |
| Model | Sonata | 1.5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 31 L |
