1957 Riley 2.6 vs. 2007 Renault Logan
To start off, 2007 Renault Logan is newer by 50 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, 1957 Riley 2.6 (101 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Riley 2.6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley 2.6 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2007 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Riley 2.6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Riley 2.6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Logan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1957 Riley 2.6 (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1957 Riley 2.6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Riley 2.6 | 2007 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Riley | Renault |
| Model | 2.6 | Logan |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
