1958 Talbot 2500 vs. 1999 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1999 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 41 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, 1999 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1958 Talbot 2500. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1958 Talbot 2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Talbot 2500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota RAV4 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, 1958 Talbot 2500 (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1958 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Talbot 2500 | 1999 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | 2500 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
