2007 Kia Spectra vs. 1959 Riley 4
To start off, 2007 Kia Spectra is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Spectra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Spectra weights approximately 340 kg more than 1959 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Riley 4 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. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Spectra, 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, 2007 Kia Spectra (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Spectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Spectra | 1959 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Kia | Riley |
| Model | Spectra | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
