1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1961 Riley 4
To start off, 1968 Mazda Luce is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1961 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Riley 4 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Luce | 1961 Riley 4 | |
Make | Mazda | Riley |
Model | Luce | 4 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |