2001 Citroen C3 vs. 1961 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 40 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, 1961 Riley One-Point-Five (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Riley One-Point-Five should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C3 weights approximately 43 kg more than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five.
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, 2001 Citroen C3, 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, 1961 Riley One-Point-Five (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1961 Riley One-Point-Five will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C3 | 1961 Riley One-Point-Five | |
Make | Citroen | Riley |
Model | C3 | One-Point-Five |
Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 31 L |