2007 Citroen C1 vs. 1961 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 2007 Citroen C1 is newer by 46 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Riley One-Point-Five is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Riley One-Point-Five weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Citroen C1.
Because 1961 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 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C1, 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, 1961 Riley One-Point-Five (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Riley One-Point-Five will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C1 | 1961 Riley One-Point-Five | |
Make | Citroen | Riley |
Model | C1 | One-Point-Five |
Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 31 L |