1979 Citroen CX vs. 1957 Riley 2.6
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 22 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Riley 2.6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 101 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley 2.6 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX.
Because 1957 Riley 2.6 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 1957 Riley 2.6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX, 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, 1957 Riley 2.6 (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Riley 2.6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 1957 Riley 2.6 | |
Make | Citroen | Riley |
Model | CX | 2.6 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |