1965 Riley One-Point-Five vs. 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna is newer by 22 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 85 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna.
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, 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna, 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Riley One-Point-Five will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Riley One-Point-Five | 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna | |
| Make | Riley | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | One-Point-Five | Arna |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1185 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 | 88 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 | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2430 mm |
