1956 Talbot 2500 vs. 2007 Citroen C4
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 51 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, 1956 Talbot 2500 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 256 kg more than 1956 Talbot 2500.
Because 1956 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 1956 Talbot 2500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4, 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, 1956 Talbot 2500 (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1956 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4. 2007 Citroen C4 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. 2007 Citroen C4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Talbot 2500 | 2007 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Talbot | Citroen |
| Model | 2500 | C4 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
