1970 Riley 4 vs. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1970 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1970 Riley 4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Riley 4 | 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Riley | Mazda |
Model | 4 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3995 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2329 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |