1957 Talbot 2500 vs. 2009 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 52 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 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1957 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1957 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1055 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.
Because 2009 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Talbot 2500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Cherokee 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Talbot 2500. 2009 Jeep Cherokee 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. 2009 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Talbot 2500 | 2009 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Talbot | Jeep |
| Model | 2500 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
