1995 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1963 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corsica (119 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1963 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1963 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 305 kg more than 1963 Riley One-Point-Five. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Riley One-Point-Five. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corsica, 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, 1995 Chevrolet Corsica (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Corsica | 1963 Riley One-Point-Five | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Riley |
| Model | Corsica | One-Point-Five |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 25 L |
