1987 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1957 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1957 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1957 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1957 Talbot 2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1957 Talbot 2500 (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda RX-7 | 1957 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Mazda | Talbot |
Model | RX-7 | 2500 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |