2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 1958 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 376 kg more than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30, 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 Hyundai i30 (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai i30 | 1958 Riley One-Point-Five | |
Make | Hyundai | Riley |
Model | i30 | One-Point-Five |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2190 mm |