1959 Riley Two Point Six vs. 2013 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 54 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, 2013 Hyundai Sonata (195 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (97 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Sonata 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 189 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 2013 Hyundai Sonata, 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, 2013 Hyundai Sonata (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Sonata 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 | 2013 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Riley | Hyundai |
| Model | Two Point Six | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2795 mm |
