2002 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1959 Riley Two Point Six
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley Two Point Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley Two Point Six would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Riley Two Point Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (97 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Riley Two Point Six weights approximately 428 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1959 Riley Two Point Six (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Riley Two Point Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1959 Riley Two Point Six | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Riley |
| Model | Pajero | Two Point Six |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2890 mm |
