1994 Chevrolet APV vs. 1964 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet APV is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet APV (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1964 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet APV should accelerate faster than 1964 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 680 kg more than 1964 Riley One-Point-Five. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Riley One-Point-Five. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet APV, 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, 1994 Chevrolet APV (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Riley One-Point-Five. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet APV | 1964 Riley One-Point-Five | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Riley |
| Model | APV | One-Point-Five |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2190 mm |
