1999 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1965 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1999 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 34 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 345 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, 1999 Citroen Berlingo, 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 Citroen Berlingo (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Berlingo | 1965 Riley One-Point-Five | |
| Make | Citroen | Riley |
| Model | Berlingo | One-Point-Five |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2190 mm |
