2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 1958 Riley 4
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 51 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 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1958 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 410 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 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda BT-50 | 1958 Riley 4 | |
Make | Mazda | Riley |
Model | BT-50 | 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2606 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2530 mm |