1958 Talbot 2500 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 54 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, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1958 Talbot 2500. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 713 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 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Talbot 2500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot 2500. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 1958 Talbot 2500 has manual transmission. 1958 Talbot 2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Talbot 2500 | 2012 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Talbot | Chevrolet |
| Model | 2500 | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2858 mm |
