1962 Riley One-Point-Five vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC70 is newer by 44 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1962 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1962 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1962 Riley One-Point-Five. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Riley One-Point-Five. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 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, 2006 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Riley One-Point-Five | 2006 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Riley | Volvo |
Model | One-Point-Five | XC70 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |