2009 Fiat Idea vs. 1957 Riley 2.6
To start off, 2009 Fiat Idea is newer by 52 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 32 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Riley 2.6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley 2.6 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2009 Fiat Idea. 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, 2009 Fiat Idea, 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, 1957 Riley 2.6 (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Idea. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1957 Riley 2.6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Idea | 1957 Riley 2.6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Riley |
| Model | Idea | 2.6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 54 L |
