1959 Riley Two Point Six vs. 2012 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2012 Renault Symbol is newer by 53 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) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Renault Symbol. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Riley Two Point Six should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Riley Two Point Six weights approximately 640 kg more than 2012 Renault Symbol. 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, 2012 Renault Symbol, 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) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Symbol. (160 Nm). This means 1959 Riley Two Point Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Riley Two Point Six | 2012 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Riley | Renault |
| Model | Two Point Six | Symbol |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2473 mm |
