2004 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1966 Riley 4
To start off, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Riley 4 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP) has 122 more horse power than 1966 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 244 kg more than 1966 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, 2004 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Riley 4. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda RX-8 | 1966 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Riley |
| Model | RX-8 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
