1957 Riley 2.6 vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 2.6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 2.6 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Riley 2.6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1957 Riley 2.6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 2.6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley 2.6 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2006 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Riley 2.6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 2.6. (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 2.6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Riley 2.6 | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Riley | Skoda |
| Model | 2.6 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
