1995 Renault Espace vs. 1961 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1995 Renault Espace is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 3,499 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Espace (804 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 742 more horse power than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Espace weights approximately 370 kg more than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace, 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 Renault Espace (705 Nm) has 593 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Espace | 1961 Riley One-Point-Five | |
| Make | Renault | Riley |
| Model | Espace | One-Point-Five |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 804 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 31 L |
