2002 Mahindra Commander vs. 1957 Riley 2.6
To start off, 2002 Mahindra Commander 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, 1957 Riley 2.6 (101 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Riley 2.6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley 2.6 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2002 Mahindra Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mahindra Commander 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, 2002 Mahindra Commander 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, 1957 Riley 2.6 (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Riley 2.6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mahindra Commander | 1957 Riley 2.6 | |
| Make | Mahindra | Riley |
| Model | Commander | 2.6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |
