1965 Riley One-Point-Five vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto is newer by 40 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, 1965 Riley One-Point-Five (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Riley One-Point-Five should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Riley One-Point-Five weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Alto 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, 2005 Suzuki Alto 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, 1965 Riley One-Point-Five (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (56 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Riley One-Point-Five will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Riley One-Point-Five | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Riley | Suzuki |
| Model | One-Point-Five | Alto |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 45 L |
