1952 Talbot Baby vs. 1979 Volvo 260
To start off, 1979 Volvo 260 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Talbot Baby. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Talbot Baby would be higher. At 2,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Talbot Baby is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1952 Talbot Baby. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1952 Talbot Baby. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Talbot Baby weights approximately 300 kg more than 1979 Volvo 260.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Talbot Baby | 1979 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Talbot | Volvo |
| Model | Baby | 260 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2690 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2660 mm |
