2007 Mazda 6 vs. 1959 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Riley One-Point-Five 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 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. 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 (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda 6 | 1959 Riley One-Point-Five | |
Make | Mazda | Riley |
Model | 6 | One-Point-Five |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2190 mm |