1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1960 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1960 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1960 Riley One-Point-Five. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Riley One-Point-Five. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1960 Riley One-Point-Five | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Riley |
| Model | 146 | One-Point-Five |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 31 L |
