1958 Riley One-Point-Five vs. 2002 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva is newer by 44 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Meriva weights approximately 340 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, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva, 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, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Meriva 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 | 2002 Vauxhall Meriva | |
| Make | Riley | Vauxhall |
| Model | One-Point-Five | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2640 mm |
