1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1962 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Riley One-Point-Five is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1962 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1962 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Riley One-Point-Five weights approximately 5 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Because 1962 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 1962 Riley One-Point-Five. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno, 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, 1989 Fiat Uno (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Fiat Uno | 1962 Riley One-Point-Five | |
Make | Fiat | Riley |
Model | Uno | One-Point-Five |
Year Released | 1989 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2190 mm |