1959 Riley Two Point Six vs. 2009 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2009 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 50 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, 2009 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (97 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley Two Point Six.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Riley Two Point Six (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Riley Two Point Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Riley Two Point Six | 2009 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Riley | Proton |
| Model | Two Point Six | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
