1965 Riley One-Point-Five vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 39 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 374 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Riley | Volkswagen |
Model | One-Point-Five | Passat |
Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1309 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 62 L |