1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1965 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1981 Mazda 323 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Riley One-Point-Five is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Riley One-Point-Five (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Riley One-Point-Five should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Riley One-Point-Five weights approximately 85 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Riley One-Point-Five (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Riley One-Point-Five will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mazda 323 | 1965 Riley One-Point-Five | |
Make | Mazda | Riley |
Model | 323 | One-Point-Five |
Year Released | 1981 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1069 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2190 mm |