2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 1957 Riley 2.6
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 49 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1957 Riley 2.6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 2.6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley 2.6 weights approximately 182 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1957 Riley 2.6 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 1957 Riley 2.6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 2.6. (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 2.6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mondeo | 1957 Riley 2.6 | |
Make | Ford | Riley |
Model | Mondeo | 2.6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 54 L |