1974 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1957 Riley 1.5
To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 1.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 1.5 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (182 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1957 Riley 1.5. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 1.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 315 kg more than 1957 Riley 1.5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 1.5. (112 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 1.5.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lamborghini Urraco | 1957 Riley 1.5 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Riley |
Model | Urraco | 1.5 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.4 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 53 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 31 L |