1958 Riley Two Point Six vs. 1968 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1968 Triumph 2000 is newer by 10 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 7 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Riley Two Point Six should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Riley Two Point Six weights approximately 470 kg more than 1968 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Riley Two Point Six (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Riley Two Point Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Riley Two Point Six | 1968 Triumph 2000 | |
Make | Riley | Triumph |
Model | Two Point Six | 2000 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |