1956 Talbot Sport vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 56 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, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1956 Talbot Sport. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Talbot Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 830 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 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Talbot Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Talbot Sport | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Talbot | Audi |
| Model | Sport | A5 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2751 mm |
