2005 Mazda Etude vs. 1961 Riley 4
To start off, 2005 Mazda Etude is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,594 cc, 2005 Mazda Etude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Etude (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1961 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Etude should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Riley 4 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Mazda Etude.
Because 1961 Riley 4 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 1961 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Etude, 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, 2005 Mazda Etude (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Etude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Etude | 1961 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Riley |
| Model | Etude | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1489 cc |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 126 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1140 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
