1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 1957 Riley 2.6
To start off, 1970 Chrysler Centura is newer by 13 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 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Centura (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1957 Riley 2.6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Centura 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 450 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1970 Chrysler Centura (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 2.6. (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 2.6.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chrysler Centura | 1957 Riley 2.6 | |
Make | Chrysler | Riley |
Model | Centura | 2.6 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3533 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2890 mm |