2008 Honda Accord vs. 1957 Riley 1.5
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 51 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1957 Riley 1.5. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 1.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 245 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, 2008 Honda Accord, 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, 2008 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 1.5. (112 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 1.5. 2008 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1957 Riley 1.5 has manual transmission. 1957 Riley 1.5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1957 Riley 1.5 | |
| Make | Honda | Riley |
| Model | Accord | 1.5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 31 L |
