1957 Talbot 2500 vs. 1984 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1984 Pontiac Fiero is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Talbot 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Talbot 2500 (118 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Fiero. (92 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Fiero weights approximately 266 kg more than 1957 Talbot 2500.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Talbot 2500 (196 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Fiero. (182 Nm). This means 1957 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Fiero. 1984 Pontiac Fiero has automatic transmission and 1957 Talbot 2500 has manual transmission. 1957 Talbot 2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Pontiac Fiero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Talbot 2500 | 1984 Pontiac Fiero | |
Make | Talbot | Pontiac |
Model | 2500 | Fiero |
Year Released | 1957 | 1984 |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 92 HP |
Torque | 196 Nm | 182 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |