1965 Riley One-Point-Five vs. 2001 Steyr G-series
To start off, 2001 Steyr G-series is newer by 36 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Steyr G-series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Steyr G-series (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Steyr G-series should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Steyr G-series weights approximately 1235 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 2001 Steyr G-series is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Steyr G-series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Steyr G-series (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Steyr G-series 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 | 2001 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | Riley | Steyr |
| Model | One-Point-Five | G-series |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2410 mm |
