1950 Citroen 15 vs. 1958 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1958 Talbot 2500 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Talbot 2500 (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Citroen 15 weights approximately 326 kg more than 1958 Talbot 2500.
Because 1958 Talbot 2500 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 2500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Citroen 15, 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 2500 (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Citroen 15 | 1958 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Citroen | Talbot |
Model | 15 | 2500 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2510 mm |