1999 Ford Mondeo vs. 1961 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1999 Ford Mondeo 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 340 kg more than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford Mondeo, 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 Ford Mondeo (181 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Mondeo | 1961 Riley One-Point-Five | |
Make | Ford | Riley |
Model | Mondeo | One-Point-Five |
Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 31 L |