1959 Riley Two Point Six vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue is newer by 51 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Vue (257 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (97 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Riley Two Point Six weights approximately 311 kg more than 2010 Saturn Vue.
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, 2010 Saturn Vue, 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, 2010 Saturn Vue (337 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Saturn Vue 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 | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Riley | Saturn |
Model | Two Point Six | Vue |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 337 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |