2008 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1959 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 430 kg more than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT, 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo GT | 1959 Riley One-Point-Five | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Riley |
| Model | GT | One-Point-Five |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2190 mm |
