1990 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1959 Riley Two Point Six
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 27 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Riley Two Point Six should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Riley Two Point Six weights approximately 660 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Riley Two Point Six (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Riley Two Point Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1959 Riley Two Point Six | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Riley |
Model | Lancer | Two Point Six |
Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2890 mm |