1995 Mazda MX-3 vs. 1957 Riley 2.6
To start off, 1995 Mazda MX-3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 2.6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 2.6 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Riley 2.6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda MX-3 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1957 Riley 2.6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda MX-3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 2.6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley 2.6 weights approximately 581 kg more than 1995 Mazda MX-3.
Because 1957 Riley 2.6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Riley 2.6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mazda MX-3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1957 Riley 2.6 (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda MX-3. (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Riley 2.6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda MX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda MX-3 | 1957 Riley 2.6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Riley |
| Model | MX-3 | 2.6 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1059 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |
