1969 Riley Kestrel vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1969 Riley Kestrel. (64 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1969 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 265 kg more than 1969 Riley Kestrel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 TVR Tuscan 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 2000 TVR Tuscan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Riley Kestrel, 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, 2000 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Riley Kestrel. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Riley Kestrel | 2000 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Riley | TVR |
| Model | Kestrel | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 58 L |
