1956 Talbot Sport vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 57 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1956 Talbot Sport. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1956 Talbot Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 492 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Talbot Sport | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Talbot | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sport | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2685 mm |
