1958 Talbot 2500 vs. 1970 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1970 Triumph 2000 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Talbot 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Talbot 2500 (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1958 Talbot 2500.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Talbot 2500 (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1958 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Talbot 2500 | 1970 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Talbot | Triumph |
| Model | 2500 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
