1980 Renault 14 vs. 1958 Riley Two Point Six
To start off, 1980 Renault 14 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley Two Point Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley Two Point Six would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Riley Two Point Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Riley Two Point Six (96 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1980 Renault 14. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Riley Two Point Six should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Riley Two Point Six weights approximately 750 kg more than 1980 Renault 14. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Riley Two Point Six 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 1958 Riley Two Point Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Renault 14, 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, 1958 Riley Two Point Six (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 14. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Riley Two Point Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 14 | 1958 Riley Two Point Six | |
| Make | Renault | Riley |
| Model | 14 | Two Point Six |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
