1973 Ginetta G15 vs. 1958 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1973 Ginetta G15 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Riley One-Point-Five is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Riley One-Point-Five (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Ginetta G15. (51 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Riley One-Point-Five should accelerate faster than 1973 Ginetta G15.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Riley One-Point-Five (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ginetta G15. (70 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1958 Riley One-Point-Five will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ginetta G15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ginetta G15 | 1958 Riley One-Point-Five | |
| Make | Ginetta | Riley |
| Model | G15 | One-Point-Five |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 875 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
