1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 1965 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xsara is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Riley One-Point-Five is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Xsara (74 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 85 kg more than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xsara, 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, 1965 Riley One-Point-Five (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1965 Riley One-Point-Five will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Xsara | 1965 Riley One-Point-Five | |
Make | Citroen | Riley |
Model | Xsara | One-Point-Five |
Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 62 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 25 L |