2004 Mazda 2 vs. 1958 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 2004 Mazda 2 is newer by 46 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 2,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Talbot Lago America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Talbot Lago America (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Talbot Lago America should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 2 weights approximately 788 kg more than 1958 Talbot Lago America.
Because 1958 Talbot Lago America 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 Lago America. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Lago America (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Talbot Lago America will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 2 | 1958 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Mazda | Talbot |
| Model | 2 | Lago America |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
