1958 Riley One-Point-Five vs. 1975 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 1975 Datsun 260Z is newer by 17 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 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Datsun 260Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Datsun 260Z should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Datsun 260Z weights approximately 165 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Datsun 260Z (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Datsun 260Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Riley One-Point-Five | 1975 Datsun 260Z | |
Make | Riley | Datsun |
Model | One-Point-Five | 260Z |
Year Released | 1958 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4135 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2310 mm |