2009 Mazda CX-7 vs. 1956 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Talbot 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1956 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1956 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 332 kg more than 1956 Talbot 2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Talbot 2500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Talbot 2500. 2009 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 1956 Talbot 2500 has manual transmission. 1956 Talbot 2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-7 | 1956 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | Mazda | Talbot |
| Model | CX-7 | 2500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
