2009 Jeep Compass vs. 1957 Riley 1.5
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 52 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1957 Riley 1.5. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 1.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 1108 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 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Riley 1.5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 1.5. (112 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 1.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 1957 Riley 1.5 | |
| Make | Jeep | Riley |
| Model | Compass | 1.5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 31 L |
