2002 Morgan 4 vs. 1959 Riley Two Point Six
To start off, 2002 Morgan 4 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 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (97 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Morgan 4 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 760 kg more than 2002 Morgan 4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Riley Two Point Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Morgan 4 | 1959 Riley Two Point Six | |
Make | Morgan | Riley |
Model | 4 | Two Point Six |
Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2890 mm |