1959 Riley Two Point Six vs. 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley Two Point Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley Two Point Six would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (97 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley Two Point Six.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley Two Point Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Riley Two Point Six | 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Riley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Two Point Six | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1640 kg |
