2004 Audi A6 vs. 1958 Riley One-Point-Five

To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 727 kg more than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1958 Riley One-Point-Five 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 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6, 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, 2004 Audi A6 (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A6 1958 Riley One-Point-Five
Make Audi Riley
Model A6 One-Point-Five
Year Released 2004 1958
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 1489 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 180 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 235 Nm 112 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.4 mm 88.9 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1662 kg 935 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 3890 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2190 mm


 

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