1957 Talbot Sport vs. 1950 Talbot T 26
To start off, 1957 Talbot Sport is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Talbot T 26. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Talbot T 26 would be higher. At 4,482 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Talbot T 26 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Talbot T 26 (276 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1957 Talbot Sport. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Talbot T 26 should accelerate faster than 1957 Talbot Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Talbot Sport weights approximately 85 kg more than 1950 Talbot T 26.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Talbot Sport | 1950 Talbot T 26 | |
| Make | Talbot | Talbot |
| Model | Sport | T 26 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1950 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 4482 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
