1986 Honda Civic vs. 1958 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1986 Honda Civic is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Riley One-Point-Five weights approximately 35 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
Because 1958 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 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic, 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, 1986 Honda Civic (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Civic | 1958 Riley One-Point-Five | |
Make | Honda | Riley |
Model | Civic | One-Point-Five |
Year Released | 1986 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2190 mm |