2005 Ford Explorer vs. 1958 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 47 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 345 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 1958 Riley One-Point-Five | |
| Make | Ford | Riley |
| Model | Explorer | One-Point-Five |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2190 mm |
