1957 Riley 2.6 vs. 2011 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2011 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 54 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, 2011 Nissan Qashqai (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1957 Riley 2.6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Qashqai 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 198 kg more than 2011 Nissan Qashqai.
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, 2011 Nissan Qashqai, 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 2011 Nissan Qashqai. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1957 Riley 2.6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Riley 2.6 | 2011 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Riley | Nissan |
Model | 2.6 | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83.6 mm |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 175 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 | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |