1965 Riley One-Point-Five vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 42 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 765 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra, 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra 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 | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Riley | Seat |
Model | One-Point-Five | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |