2007 Nissan Altima vs. 1959 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five.
Because 1959 Riley One-Point-Five 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 One-Point-Five. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima, 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 Nissan Altima (220 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Altima | 1959 Riley One-Point-Five | |
Make | Nissan | Riley |
Model | Altima | One-Point-Five |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2190 mm |