1957 Talbot 2500 vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica 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 2,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Talbot 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Talbot 2500 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 5 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, 2009 Tata Indica, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Talbot 2500 (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Talbot 2500 | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Talbot | Tata |
| Model | 2500 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
