1956 Talbot Sport vs. 2000 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2000 Toyota Mark II is newer by 44 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, 2000 Toyota Mark II (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1956 Talbot Sport. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1956 Talbot Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 620 kg more than 1956 Talbot Sport. 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. 2000 Toyota Mark II has automatic transmission and 1956 Talbot Sport has manual transmission. 1956 Talbot Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Mark II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Talbot Sport | 2000 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Sport | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
