2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 1957 Riley 2.6
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 50 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 12 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Riley 2.6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 99 kg more than 1957 Riley 2.6.
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, 2007 Ford Galaxy, 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, 2007 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 2.6. (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 2.6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Galaxy | 1957 Riley 2.6 | |
| Make | Ford | Riley |
| Model | Galaxy | 2.6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
