1958 Riley One-Point-Five vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 47 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (227 HP) has 165 more horse power than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 501 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 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (294 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza 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 | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Riley | Subaru |
| Model | One-Point-Five | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2530 mm |
