2007 Mazda 6 vs. 1958 Riley 4
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (135 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1958 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1958 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6, 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda 6 | 1958 Riley 4 | |
Make | Mazda | Riley |
Model | 6 | 4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |