1998 Kia Clarus vs. 1957 Riley 2.6
To start off, 1998 Kia Clarus is newer by 41 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, 1998 Kia Clarus (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1957 Riley 2.6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Clarus should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 2.6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley 2.6 weights approximately 416 kg more than 1998 Kia Clarus.
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, 1998 Kia Clarus, 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Clarus. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Riley 2.6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Clarus | 1957 Riley 2.6 | |
| Make | Kia | Riley |
| Model | Clarus | 2.6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2890 mm |
