1958 Riley Two Point Six vs. 2011 Chevrolet Kalos
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 53 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 25 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Riley Two Point Six should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Riley Two Point Six weights approximately 605 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Kalos, 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1958 Riley Two Point Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Riley Two Point Six | 2011 Chevrolet Kalos | |
| Make | Riley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Two Point Six | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1150 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2490 mm |
