2009 Audi S3 vs. 1958 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 2009 Audi S3 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S3 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S3 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S3 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, 2009 Audi S3 (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi S3 | 1958 Riley One-Point-Five | |
Make | Audi | Riley |
Model | S3 | One-Point-Five |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2190 mm |