2006 Hyundai Coupe vs. 1957 Riley 2.6
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Coupe 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Coupe (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1957 Riley 2.6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Coupe 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 232 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Coupe.
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 Hyundai Coupe, 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 Hyundai Coupe (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 2.6. (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 2.6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Coupe | 1957 Riley 2.6 | |
Make | Hyundai | Riley |
Model | Coupe | 2.6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |