2008 Mazda CX-7 vs. 1958 Riley 4
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 50 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1958 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 40 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, 2008 Mazda CX-7, 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, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley 4. 2008 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 1958 Riley 4 has manual transmission. 1958 Riley 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda CX-7 | 1958 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Riley |
| Model | CX-7 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
