1957 Talbot 2500 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 47 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, 2004 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1957 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1957 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 665 kg more than 1957 Talbot 2500. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Talbot 2500. 2004 Vauxhall Omega 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. 2004 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Talbot 2500 | 2004 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Talbot | Vauxhall |
| Model | 2500 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
