1959 Riley One-Point-Five vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Fabia (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 280 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, 2007 Skoda Fabia, 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, 2007 Skoda Fabia (171 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Fabia 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 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Riley | Skoda |
Model | One-Point-Five | Fabia |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2470 mm |