2001 Audi A2 vs. 1963 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Riley One-Point-Five is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A2 (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1963 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1963 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Riley One-Point-Five weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 Audi A2.
Because 1963 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 1963 Riley One-Point-Five. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Audi A2 (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A2 | 1963 Riley One-Point-Five | |
Make | Audi | Riley |
Model | A2 | One-Point-Five |
Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 895 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 | 42 L | 25 L |