1945 Austin 16 vs. 1958 Riley Two Point Six
To start off, 1958 Riley Two Point Six is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Riley Two Point Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Riley Two Point Six (96 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Riley Two Point Six should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Riley Two Point Six weights approximately 360 kg more than 1945 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1958 Riley Two Point Six (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1958 Riley Two Point Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Austin 16 | 1958 Riley Two Point Six | |
Make | Austin | Riley |
Model | 16 | Two Point Six |
Year Released | 1945 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |