1974 Mazda RX-3 vs. 1958 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 1974 Mazda RX-3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 2,351 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Talbot Lago America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda RX-3 (100 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda RX-3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Talbot Lago America weights approximately 125 kg more than 1974 Mazda RX-3.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Talbot Lago America (192 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Talbot Lago America will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda RX-3 | 1958 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Mazda | Talbot |
| Model | RX-3 | Lago America |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2510 mm |
