1983 Innocenti 990 vs. 1963 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1983 Innocenti 990 is newer by 20 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 11 more horse power than 1983 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Riley One-Point-Five should accelerate faster than 1983 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Riley One-Point-Five weights approximately 221 kg more than 1983 Innocenti 990. 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, 1983 Innocenti 990, 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Riley One-Point-Five will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Innocenti 990 | 1963 Riley One-Point-Five | |
Make | Innocenti | Riley |
Model | 990 | One-Point-Five |
Year Released | 1983 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2190 mm |