1949 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1955 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1955 Talbot 2500 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Talbot 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Talbot 2500 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 460 kg more than 1955 Talbot 2500.
Because 1949 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Talbot 2500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Jeep Station Wagon 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, 1955 Talbot 2500 (197 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Jeep Station Wagon | 1955 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Jeep | Talbot |
Model | Station Wagon | 2500 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1955 |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |