1958 Talbot 2500 vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 1997 Xedos 6 is newer by 39 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 13 more horse power than 1997 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 1997 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Xedos 6 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1958 Talbot 2500.
Because 1958 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 1958 Talbot 2500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Xedos 6, 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, 1958 Talbot 2500 (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Talbot 2500 | 1997 Xedos 6 | |
Make | Talbot | Xedos |
Model | 2500 | 6 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |