1958 Talbot 2500 vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Talbot 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Talbot 2500 (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 3. (113 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 3.
Because 1958 Talbot 2500 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 Talbot 2500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3, 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, 2011 Mazda 3 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Talbot 2500 | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Talbot | Mazda |
| Model | 2500 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2639 mm |
