2004 Holden Vectra vs. 1964 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 2004 Holden Vectra is newer by 40 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Vectra (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1964 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1964 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Vectra weights approximately 595 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, 2004 Holden 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, 2004 Holden Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Riley One-Point-Five. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Holden Vectra | 1964 Riley One-Point-Five | |
Make | Holden | Riley |
Model | Vectra | One-Point-Five |
Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2190 mm |