2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1961 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Riley One-Point-Five (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Riley One-Point-Five should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 503 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 C5, 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 C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1961 Riley One-Point-Five will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 1961 Riley One-Point-Five | |
Make | Citroen | Riley |
Model | C5 | One-Point-Five |
Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 31 L |