1958 Talbot 2500 vs. 2011 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2011 Mazda B4000 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 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1958 Talbot 2500. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1958 Talbot 2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Talbot 2500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda B4000 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, 2011 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda B4000 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 B4000 | |
| Make | Talbot | Mazda |
| Model | 2500 | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3200 mm |
