2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 1961 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II 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 Fiat Palio II (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II 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 10 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
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 Fiat Palio II, 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1961 Riley One-Point-Five will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Palio II | 1961 Riley One-Point-Five | |
Make | Fiat | Riley |
Model | Palio II | One-Point-Five |
Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 31 L |