1957 Riley 2.6 vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 51 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1957 Riley 2.6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 100 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, both vehicles can yield 194 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Riley 2.6 | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Riley | Toyota |
Model | 2.6 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |