1999 Audi A2 vs. 1961 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1999 Audi A2 is newer by 38 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Riley One-Point-Five is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A2 (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Riley One-Point-Five weights approximately 65 kg more than 1999 Audi A2.
Because 1961 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 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A2, 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 Audi A2 (320 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi A2 | 1961 Riley One-Point-Five | |
Make | Audi | Riley |
Model | A2 | One-Point-Five |
Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 7.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 31 L |