1958 Talbot 2500 vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 54 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 44 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 2 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1958 Talbot 2500.
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, 2012 Mazda 2, 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, 1958 Talbot 2500 (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Talbot 2500 | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Talbot | Mazda |
Model | 2500 | 2 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2489 mm |