2005 Mazda B2500 vs. 1957 Riley 1.5
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2500 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 1.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 1.5 would be higher. At 4,030 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1957 Riley 1.5. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 1.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1957 Riley 1.5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Riley 1.5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 1.5. (112 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 1.5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda B2500 | 1957 Riley 1.5 | |
Make | Mazda | Riley |
Model | B2500 | 1.5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4030 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2190 mm |