2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1957 Riley 1.5
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1957 Riley 1.5. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 1.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 583 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 Tribute 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 Tribute 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 Tribute (206 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 1.5. (112 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 1.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 1957 Riley 1.5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Riley |
| Model | Tribute | 1.5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 31 L |
