2001 Fiat Brava vs. 1961 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 2001 Fiat Brava 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, 2001 Fiat Brava (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Brava weights approximately 105 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, 2001 Fiat Brava, 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 Fiat Brava (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Brava | 1961 Riley One-Point-Five | |
| Make | Fiat | Riley |
| Model | Brava | One-Point-Five |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 31 L |
