1958 Talbot 2500 vs. 2012 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2012 Toyota Highlander 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Highlander (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1958 Talbot 2500. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 790 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 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, 2012 Toyota Highlander, 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, 2012 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot 2500. 2012 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Talbot 2500 | 2012 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | 2500 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2789 mm |
