1959 Riley One-Point-Five vs. 2007 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2007 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 48 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Proton Gen-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Proton Gen-2 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Proton Gen-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Riley One-Point-Five | 2007 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Riley | Proton |
| Model | One-Point-Five | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2610 mm |
