1990 Dodge Colt vs. 1959 Riley Two Point Six
To start off, 1990 Dodge Colt is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley Two Point Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley Two Point Six would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Riley Two Point Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Riley Two Point Six (97 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Colt. (96 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Riley Two Point Six should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Riley Two Point Six weights approximately 445 kg more than 1990 Dodge Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Riley Two Point Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Colt, 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, 1959 Riley Two Point Six (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Colt. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Riley Two Point Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Colt | 1959 Riley Two Point Six | |
| Make | Dodge | Riley |
| Model | Colt | Two Point Six |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2890 mm |
