1997 Ford Tracer vs. 1958 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1997 Ford Tracer is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Riley One-Point-Five is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Tracer (67 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Tracer should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Tracer weights approximately 30 kg more than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Tracer, 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, 1958 Riley One-Point-Five (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Tracer. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Riley One-Point-Five will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Tracer | 1958 Riley One-Point-Five | |
| Make | Ford | Riley |
| Model | Tracer | One-Point-Five |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1321 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
