2006 Acura MDX vs. 1961 Riley One-Point-Five

To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 640 kg more than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Acura MDX 1961 Riley One-Point-Five
Make Acura Riley
Model MDX One-Point-Five
Year Released 2006 1961
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3474 cc 1489 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 253 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 112 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 935 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 3890 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2190 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 77 L 31 L


 

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