1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1957 Riley 2.6
To start off, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 2.6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 2.6 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Riley 2.6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1957 Riley 2.6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 2.6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley 2.6 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 2.6. (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 2.6.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1957 Riley 2.6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Riley |
Model | Spider | 2.6 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 54 L |