1996 Fiat Multipla vs. 1959 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1996 Fiat Multipla is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Multipla (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 375 kg more than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Multipla, 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, 1996 Fiat Multipla (144 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm). This means 1996 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Multipla | 1959 Riley One-Point-Five | |
Make | Fiat | Riley |
Model | Multipla | One-Point-Five |
Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 112 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2190 mm |