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Riley 1.5 1961

General information

ModelRiley 1.5
Year1961
CategorySmall city/economy cars
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Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1489 ccm (90.86 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, leaded 98
Fuel mixed driving8.3 litres/100 km (28.34 miles per gallon)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement1489 ccm (90.86 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max rev. per min.5500
Compression8.3:1
Bore x stroke73.0 x 89.0 mm (2.9 x 3.5 inches)
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel controlPushrod/overhead valve (OHV)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed
ClutchDry plate
IgnitionMechanical
Exhaust systemSingle pipe with one silencer
Special featuresTwin 1.5
Special featuresTwin 1.5
Special featuresTwin 1.5
Special featuresTwin 1.5
Special featuresTwin 1.5
Special featuresTwin 1.5
Special featuresTwin 1.5
Special featuresTwin 1.5

Speed and acceleration

Top speed133.6 km/h (83.0 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)17.0 seconds

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Chassis materialSteel Pressing
Max no. of doors4
Climate controlHeater/Fan

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringRack & Pinion
Turn circle10 m (409.4 inches)
Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsNon Power Assist
Front wheels3.00X14
Rear wheels3.00X14

Dimensions and weight

Weight936 kg (2,063.5 pounds)
Overall length3900 mm (153.5 inches)
Overall width1560 mm (61.4 inches)
Overall height1560 mm (61.4 inches)
Ground clearance170 mm (6.7 inches)
Wheelbase2190 mm (86.2 inches)
Fuel capacity32.0 litres (8.45 gallons)
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