1994 Mazda Sentia vs. 1964 Riley 4
To start off, 1994 Mazda Sentia is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Riley 4 would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda Sentia (158 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1964 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1964 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 408 kg more than 1964 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda Sentia | 1964 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Riley |
| Model | Sentia | 4 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
