1965 Riley One-Point-Five vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 45 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, 2010 Ford Ka (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five.
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, 2010 Ford Ka, 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, 1965 Riley One-Point-Five (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Riley One-Point-Five will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Riley One-Point-Five | 2010 Ford Ka | |
Make | Riley | Ford |
Model | One-Point-Five | Ka |
Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 40 L |