1961 Riley One-Point-Five vs. 2008 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1066 kg more than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five.
Because 2008 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2008 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Riley One-Point-Five | 2008 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Riley | SsangYong |
| Model | One-Point-Five | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 75 L |
