1985 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1959 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1985 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 785 kg more than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Jensen Interceptor | 1959 Riley One-Point-Five | |
Make | Jensen | Riley |
Model | Interceptor | One-Point-Five |
Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 418 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2190 mm |