2004 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1958 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 480 kg more than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT, 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo GT | 1958 Riley One-Point-Five | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Riley |
| Model | GT | One-Point-Five |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2190 mm |
