1958 Talbot 2500 vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 51 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 34 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo.
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, 2009 Tata Indigo, 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Talbot 2500 | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Talbot | Tata |
| Model | 2500 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
