1966 Riley Kestrel vs. 2001 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2001 Toyota Sienna is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Sienna (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1966 Riley Kestrel. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1966 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 820 kg more than 1966 Riley Kestrel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Toyota Sienna (280 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Riley Kestrel. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Riley Kestrel | 2001 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Riley | Toyota |
| Model | Kestrel | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2910 mm |
