2000 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1957 Riley 2.6
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 43 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna (188 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1957 Riley 2.6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna 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 185 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna.
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, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna, 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 2.6. (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 2.6.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mitsubishi Magna | 1957 Riley 2.6 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Riley |
Model | Magna | 2.6 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |