1965 Riley One-Point-Five vs. 1995 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 30 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 195 kg more than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. 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, 1995 Volkswagen Quantum, 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, 1995 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Riley One-Point-Five | 1995 Volkswagen Quantum | |
Make | Riley | Volkswagen |
Model | One-Point-Five | Quantum |
Year Released | 1965 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2560 mm |