1965 Riley One-Point-Five vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 46 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 582 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, 2011 Volkswagen CC, 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, 2011 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC 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 | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Riley | Volkswagen |
Model | One-Point-Five | CC |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1517 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |