2005 Honda Z vs. 1957 Riley 2.6
To start off, 2005 Honda Z is newer by 48 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 50 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Riley 2.6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley 2.6 weights approximately 680 kg more than 2005 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Z 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, 2005 Honda Z 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Riley 2.6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Z | 1957 Riley 2.6 | |
| Make | Honda | Riley |
| Model | Z | 2.6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 54 L |
