1983 Mazda 929 vs. 1958 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1983 Mazda 929 is newer by 25 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 30 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda 929 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1958 Talbot 2500.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Talbot 2500 (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1958 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mazda 929 | 1958 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Mazda | Talbot |
Model | 929 | 2500 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |