1953 Talbot Baby vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Talbot Baby. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Talbot Baby would be higher. At 2,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Talbot Baby is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1953 Talbot Baby. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Talbot Baby. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Talbot Baby weights approximately 266 kg more than 2011 Mazda RX-8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Talbot Baby | 2011 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Talbot | Mazda |
| Model | Baby | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2690 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2703 mm |
