1959 Riley 4-68 vs. 2004 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2500 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4-68. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4-68 would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4-68. (63 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4-68. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 613 kg more than 1959 Riley 4-68. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Riley 4-68. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4-68. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4-68. 2004 Mazda B2500 has automatic transmission and 1959 Riley 4-68 has manual transmission. 1959 Riley 4-68 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mazda B2500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Riley 4-68 | 2004 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Riley | Mazda |
| Model | 4-68 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2990 mm |
