2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1958 Talbot 2500

To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 49 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, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (166 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1958 Talbot 2500. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 180 kg more than 1958 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, 1958 Talbot 2500 (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1958 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata 1958 Talbot 2500
Make Mazda Talbot
Model MX-5 Miata 2500
Year Released 2007 1958
Engine Size 1999 cc 2491 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 166 HP 119 HP
Engine RPM 6700 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 196 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4000 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 2510 mm


 

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