1982 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 1965 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 17 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma (75 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 95 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.
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, 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Mitsubishi Sigma | 1965 Riley One-Point-Five | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Riley |
Model | Sigma | One-Point-Five |
Year Released | 1982 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2190 mm |