1965 Riley One-Point-Five vs. 2001 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 590 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 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Riley | Volkswagen |
| Model | One-Point-Five | Passat |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 62 L |
