1962 Riley One-Point-Five vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 46 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1962 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1962 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 395 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 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Riley | Toyota |
Model | One-Point-Five | Yaris |
Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |