2008 Renault Espace vs. 1965 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 2008 Renault Espace is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 2,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 985 kg more than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Espace, 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 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Renault Espace | 1965 Riley One-Point-Five | |
Make | Renault | Riley |
Model | Espace | One-Point-Five |
Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2956 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 25 L |