1958 Riley Two Point Six vs. 1963 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1963 Steyr 700C is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley Two Point Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley Two Point Six 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 76 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Riley Two Point Six should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Riley Two Point Six weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1963 Steyr 700C. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Riley Two Point Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Riley Two Point Six | 1963 Steyr 700C | |
Make | Riley | Steyr |
Model | Two Point Six | 700C |
Year Released | 1958 | 1963 |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1950 mm |