2007 Ford Maverick vs. 1957 Riley 1.5
To start off, 2007 Ford Maverick is newer by 50 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 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1957 Riley 1.5. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 1.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Maverick weights approximately 580 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 2007 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Riley 1.5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Ford Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 1.5. (112 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 1.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Maverick | 1957 Riley 1.5 | |
| Make | Ford | Riley |
| Model | Maverick | 1.5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 31 L |
