1965 Riley One-Point-Five vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator

To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 44 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 360 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 2009 Suzuki Equator 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, 2009 Suzuki Equator 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, 2009 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator 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 2009 Suzuki Equator
Make Riley Suzuki
Model One-Point-Five Equator
Year Released 1965 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1489 cc 3953 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 62 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 112 Nm 381 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.3:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 935 kg 1295 kg
Vehicle Length 3890 mm 5600 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2190 mm 3560 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 25 L 80 L