2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1959 Riley 4
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 50 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (234 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Impala, 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, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4. 2009 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 1959 Riley 4 has manual transmission. 1959 Riley 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Impala | 1959 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Riley |
| Model | Impala | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
