1965 Riley One-Point-Five vs. 1974 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1974 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 9 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, both vehicles can yield 62 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Riley One-Point-Five weights approximately 155 kg more than 1974 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Riley One-Point-Five (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Riley One-Point-Five will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Riley One-Point-Five | 1974 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Riley | Triumph |
Model | One-Point-Five | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2110 mm |