1956 Talbot Sport vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 48 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1956 Talbot Sport. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1956 Talbot Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1058 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.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Talbot Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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. 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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. 2004 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Talbot Sport | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Talbot | Land Rover |
| Model | Sport | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
