2006 Opel Corsa vs. 1957 Riley 2.6
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa 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 2,639 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 2 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Riley 2.6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley 2.6 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Opel Corsa, 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 Opel Corsa (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 2.6. (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 2.6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 1957 Riley 2.6 | |
| Make | Opel | Riley |
| Model | Corsa | 2.6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 54 L |
