1959 Riley Two Point Six vs. 2006 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Liana is newer by 47 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Riley Two Point Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Riley Two Point Six (97 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (89 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Riley Two Point Six should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Riley Two Point Six weights approximately 425 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Riley Two Point Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Liana, 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, 1959 Riley Two Point Six (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (116 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1959 Riley Two Point Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Riley Two Point Six | 2006 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Riley | Suzuki |
Model | Two Point Six | Liana |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1327 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2490 mm |