2001 Lotec Sirius vs. 1959 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 2001 Lotec Sirius is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lotec Sirius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1123 more horse power than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec Sirius should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lotec Sirius weights approximately 345 kg more than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lotec Sirius (1,346 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1234 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec Sirius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lotec Sirius | 1959 Riley One-Point-Five | |
Make | Lotec | Riley |
Model | Sirius | One-Point-Five |
Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5987 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 1185 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 1346 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1530 mm |