2001 Ford Ranger vs. 1957 Riley 2.6
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 44 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, 2001 Ford Ranger (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1957 Riley 2.6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 2.6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 80 kg more than 1957 Riley 2.6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Riley 2.6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Ford Ranger (203 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 2.6. (194 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 2.6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ranger | 1957 Riley 2.6 | |
| Make | Ford | Riley |
| Model | Ranger | 2.6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2890 mm |
