2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 1963 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1963 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1963 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 990 kg more than 1963 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 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Riley One-Point-Five. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner 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 Mercury Mariner (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mariner | 1963 Riley One-Point-Five | |
| Make | Mercury | Riley |
| Model | Mariner | One-Point-Five |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 25 L |
