What kind of engine does a Riley one point five have?

Riley One-Point-Five. The Riley One-Point-Five and similar Wolseley 1500 are automobiles which were produced by Riley and Wolseley respectively from 1957 to 1965. They utilised the Morris Minor floorpan, suspension and steering but were fitted with the larger 1,489 cc (90.9 cu in) B-Series engine and MG Magnette gearbox.

What is the difference between a Wolseley and a Riley?

The Wolseley was released in April 1957 and the Riley was launched in November, directly after the 1957 London Motor Show. The Series II was released in May 1960. The most notable external difference was the hidden boot and bonnet hinges. Interior storage was improved with the fitting of a full width parcel shelf directly beneath the fascia.

What is the top speed of a Riley one-point-five?

A Riley One-Point-Five was tested by the British magazine The Motor in 1961. It was found to have a top speed of 82.4 mph (132.6 km/h) and could accelerate from 0-60 mph (97 km/h) in 18.9 seconds. A fuel consumption of 29.8 miles per imperial gallon (9.5 L/100 km; 24.8 mpg ‑US) was recorded. The test car cost £815 including taxes of £240.

What is the difference between a Morris Minor and Riley?

They utilised the Morris Minor floorpan, suspension and steering but were fitted with the larger 1,489 cc (90.9 cu in) B-Series engine and MG Magnette gearbox. The two models were differentiated by nearly 20 hp (15 kW), the Riley having twin SU carburettors giving it the more power at 68 hp (50 kW).

What is the speed of the Riley?

The little Riley sees off its sporting companion the M.G. Magnette, being able to attain 50 m.p.h. from rest in less than 12 seconds, increase its speed from 30 to 50 m.p.h. in third gear in under 9 seconds, from 50 to 70 m.p.h. in top gear in 18½ seconds and clock 20.6 seconds over a s.s.¼-mile.

What makes a Riley different to other Riley models?

Cowley stylist Sid Goble, tasked with creating the old Nuffield marque variants, designed the luxurious interior with its individual and comprehensive instrumentation, and altered the bonnet, front panel, side lights and air intakes as features all unique to the Riley model.

What is the compression ratio of a Ford Riley?

The twin S.U., 8.3 to 1 compression-ratio engine goes up to 6.000 r.p.m. without complaint, although its peak speed is 5.400 r.p.m. High gear ratios are a feature of the 1.5 Riley and maxima on the indirect gears are as high as 29, 47 and 78 m.p.h., respectively.