2009 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1960 Riley 4
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Spark (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1960 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Riley 4 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Spark.
Because 1960 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 1960 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Spark, 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, 1960 Riley 4 (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1960 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Spark | 1960 Riley 4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Riley |
Model | Spark | 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |