1956 Talbot Sport vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Talbot Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Talbot Sport would be higher. At 2,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Talbot Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Talbot Sport (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Talbot Sport should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Talbot Sport weights approximately 75 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Talbot Sport 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 Sport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Talbot Sport | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Sport | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
