1998 Proton 400 vs. 1957 Riley 2.6
To start off, 1998 Proton 400 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, 1957 Riley 2.6 (101 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Riley 2.6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley 2.6 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1998 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Proton 400, 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Riley 2.6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Proton 400 | 1957 Riley 2.6 | |
Make | Proton | Riley |
Model | 400 | 2.6 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2890 mm |