1957 Citroen 11 vs. 1957 Talbot 2500
To start off, both 1957 Citroen 11 and 1957 Talbot 2500 were released in the same year (1957). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Talbot 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Talbot 2500 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 11. (55 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen 11 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1957 Talbot 2500.
Because 1957 Talbot 2500 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 1957 Talbot 2500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Citroen 11, 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:
1957 Citroen 11 | 1957 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Citroen | Talbot |
Model | 11 | 2500 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2510 mm |