1958 Talbot 2500 vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 11 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 684 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla, 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1958 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Talbot 2500 | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Talbot | Toyota |
Model | 2500 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |