2006 Opel Astra vs. 1959 Riley Two Point Six
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra 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, 1959 Riley Two Point Six (97 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Riley Two Point Six should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Riley Two Point Six weights approximately 410 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Riley Two Point Six 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 1959 Riley Two Point Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra, 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, 1959 Riley Two Point Six (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Riley Two Point Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 1959 Riley Two Point Six | |
| Make | Opel | Riley |
| Model | Astra | Two Point Six |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |
