1985 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1965 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 20 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Riley One-Point-Five is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Riley One-Point-Five weights approximately 35 kg more than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 1965 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 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt, 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, 1965 Riley One-Point-Five (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1965 Riley One-Point-Five will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mitsubishi Colt | 1965 Riley One-Point-Five | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Riley |
Model | Colt | One-Point-Five |
Year Released | 1985 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1439 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2190 mm |