2002 Eagle Talon vs. 1957 Riley 2.6
To start off, 2002 Eagle Talon is newer by 45 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, 2002 Eagle Talon (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1957 Riley 2.6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Eagle Talon 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 220 kg more than 2002 Eagle Talon.
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, 2002 Eagle Talon, 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, 2002 Eagle Talon (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 2.6. (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 2.6.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Eagle Talon | 1957 Riley 2.6 | |
Make | Eagle | Riley |
Model | Talon | 2.6 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2890 mm |