2006 Ford Maverick vs. 1959 Riley Two Point Six
To start off, 2006 Ford Maverick is newer by 47 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, 2006 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (97 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Maverick 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 125 kg more than 2006 Ford Maverick.
Because 2006 Ford Maverick 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, 2006 Ford Maverick 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, 2006 Ford Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley Two Point Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Maverick | 1959 Riley Two Point Six | |
| Make | Ford | Riley |
| Model | Maverick | Two Point Six |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2890 mm |
