2008 Ford Fusion vs. 1959 Riley Two Point Six
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 49 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, 2008 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (97 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Riley Two Point Six weights approximately 530 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion.
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, 2008 Ford Fusion, 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, 2008 Ford Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley Two Point Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fusion | 1959 Riley Two Point Six | |
| Make | Ford | Riley |
| Model | Fusion | Two Point Six |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
