1962 Riley One-Point-Five vs. 1982 Subaru DL
To start off, 1982 Subaru DL is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Riley One-Point-Five is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Subaru DL (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1962 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Subaru DL should accelerate faster than 1962 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Riley One-Point-Five weights approximately 115 kg more than 1982 Subaru DL.
Because 1962 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 1962 Riley One-Point-Five. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Subaru DL, 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, 1962 Riley One-Point-Five (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru DL. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Riley One-Point-Five will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Riley One-Point-Five | 1982 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Riley | Subaru |
| Model | One-Point-Five | DL |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2470 mm |
