1990 Audi 80 vs. 1962 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1990 Audi 80 is newer by 28 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 80 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1962 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1962 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 80 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1962 Riley One-Point-Five. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Audi 80, 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, 1990 Audi 80 (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Audi 80 | 1962 Riley One-Point-Five | |
Make | Audi | Riley |
Model | 80 | One-Point-Five |
Year Released | 1990 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2190 mm |