1965 Riley One-Point-Five vs. 1967 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 1967 Riley Kestrel is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Riley One-Point-Five is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Riley One-Point-Five (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Riley One-Point-Five should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Riley One-Point-Five weights approximately 20 kg more than 1967 Riley Kestrel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Riley Kestrel, 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, 1965 Riley One-Point-Five (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Riley One-Point-Five will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Riley One-Point-Five | 1967 Riley Kestrel | |
Make | Riley | Riley |
Model | One-Point-Five | Kestrel |
Year Released | 1965 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2380 mm |