1958 Talbot 2500 vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 48 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 3,540 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1958 Talbot 2500. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 355 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 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Talbot 2500 | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | 2500 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3540 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
