2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1959 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 829 kg more than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 1959 Riley One-Point-Five | |
Make | Kia | Riley |
Model | Sportage | One-Point-Five |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2190 mm |