1959 Riley One-Point-Five vs. 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 40 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Riley One-Point-Five is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+ (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 45 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 1959 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 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+, 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, 1959 Riley One-Point-Five (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+. (93 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1959 Riley One-Point-Five will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Riley One-Point-Five | 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
Make | Riley | Suzuki |
Model | One-Point-Five | Wagon R+ |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 74 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2340 mm |