1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1959 Riley Two Point Six
To start off, 1967 Abarth 1300 is newer by 8 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, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (97 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 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 1010 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Riley Two Point Six (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1959 Riley Two Point Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Abarth 1300 | 1959 Riley Two Point Six | |
Make | Abarth | Riley |
Model | 1300 | Two Point Six |
Year Released | 1967 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2639 cc |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2890 mm |