2002 Opel Vectra vs. 1964 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1964 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1964 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Vectra weights approximately 545 kg more than 1964 Riley One-Point-Five. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Riley One-Point-Five. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra, 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, 2002 Opel Vectra (300 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Riley One-Point-Five. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Opel Vectra | 1964 Riley One-Point-Five | |
Make | Opel | Riley |
Model | Vectra | One-Point-Five |
Year Released | 2002 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 25 L |