1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1965 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 325 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 Xantia, 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 Xantia (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 1965 Riley One-Point-Five | |
| Make | Citroen | Riley |
| Model | Xantia | One-Point-Five |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2190 mm |
