2002 Mazda B2500 vs. 1958 Riley Two Point Six
To start off, 2002 Mazda B2500 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley Two Point Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley Two Point Six would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Riley Two Point Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Riley Two Point Six (96 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Riley Two Point Six should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1958 Riley Two Point Six.
Because 2002 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Riley Two Point Six. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Mazda B2500 (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley Two Point Six. (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley Two Point Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda B2500 | 1958 Riley Two Point Six | |
| Make | Mazda | Riley |
| Model | B2500 | Two Point Six |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2890 mm |
