1971 Abarth 124 vs. 1965 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1971 Abarth 124 is newer by 6 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Abarth 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Riley One-Point-Five weights approximately 65 kg more than 1971 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 124 | 1965 Riley One-Point-Five | |
| Make | Abarth | Riley |
| Model | 124 | One-Point-Five |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 935 kg |
