1958 Riley One-Point-Five vs. 2008 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2008 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 50 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 03-Sep (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 637 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, 2008 Saab 03-Sep, 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, 2008 Saab 03-Sep (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 03-Sep 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 | 2008 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Riley | Saab |
| Model | One-Point-Five | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2680 mm |
