1997 Dodge Viper vs. 1961 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1997 Dodge Viper is newer by 36 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (415 HP) has 353 more horse power than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Viper weights approximately 571 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Viper | 1961 Riley One-Point-Five | |
| Make | Dodge | Riley |
| Model | Viper | One-Point-Five |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 31 L |
