1966 Innocenti J4 vs. 1963 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1966 Innocenti J4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Riley One-Point-Five is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Riley One-Point-Five (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Riley One-Point-Five should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Riley One-Point-Five weights approximately 85 kg more than 1966 Innocenti J4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Riley One-Point-Five. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Innocenti J4, 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, 1963 Riley One-Point-Five (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Riley One-Point-Five will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Innocenti J4 | 1963 Riley One-Point-Five | |
Make | Innocenti | Riley |
Model | J4 | One-Point-Five |
Year Released | 1966 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 25 L |