1991 Renault Clio vs. 1960 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1991 Renault Clio is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Riley One-Point-Five is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Riley One-Point-Five (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Riley One-Point-Five should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Riley One-Point-Five weights approximately 125 kg more than 1991 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Riley One-Point-Five. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Renault Clio, 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, 1991 Renault Clio (182 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm). This means 1991 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Renault Clio | 1960 Riley One-Point-Five | |
Make | Renault | Riley |
Model | Clio | One-Point-Five |
Year Released | 1991 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 112 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2190 mm |