2002 Mazda Laputa vs. 1962 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 2002 Mazda Laputa is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Riley One-Point-Five is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Riley One-Point-Five (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Riley One-Point-Five should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Riley One-Point-Five weights approximately 185 kg more than 2002 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Riley One-Point-Five 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 1962 Riley One-Point-Five. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Laputa, 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, 1962 Riley One-Point-Five (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Riley One-Point-Five will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Laputa | 1962 Riley One-Point-Five | |
| Make | Mazda | Riley |
| Model | Laputa | One-Point-Five |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |
