2007 Mazda 2 vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 2007 Mazda 2 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Porsche 356 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 2 weights approximately 326 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356.
Because 1959 Porsche 356 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 1959 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 2 | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 2 | 356 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |
