2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1959 Riley 4
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 285 kg more than 1959 Riley 4. 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 1959 Riley 4. 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 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 1959 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Riley |
| Model | Tribute | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
