1959 Riley Two Point Six vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 46 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (97 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 195 kg more than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (183 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Riley | Toyota |
| Model | Two Point Six | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3250 mm |
