1958 Riley Two Point Six vs. 2004 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 46 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 2004 Vauxhall Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Riley Two Point Six should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Riley Two Point Six weights approximately 410 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Riley Two Point Six 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 1958 Riley Two Point Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Astra, 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, 1958 Riley Two Point Six (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Riley Two Point Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Riley Two Point Six | 2004 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Riley | Vauxhall |
Model | Two Point Six | Astra |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |