1974 Ford Granada vs. 1957 Riley 2.6
To start off, 1974 Ford Granada is newer by 17 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 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Riley 2.6 (101 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Riley 2.6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley 2.6 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1974 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1974 Ford Granada (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 2.6. (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 2.6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 1957 Riley 2.6 | |
| Make | Ford | Riley |
| Model | Granada | 2.6 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2890 mm |
