2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 1958 Riley 4
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Accent is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1958 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Riley 4 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Because 1958 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 1958 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Accent, 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 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Accent | 1958 Riley 4 | |
Make | Hyundai | Riley |
Model | Accent | 4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 144 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 | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |