1955 Talbot 2500 vs. 1975 Toyota Century
To start off, 1975 Toyota Century is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Century (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1955 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1955 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Century weights approximately 765 kg more than 1955 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, 1975 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Talbot 2500. (197 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Talbot 2500 | 1975 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | 2500 | Century |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2870 mm |
