1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1955 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1960 Abarth 700 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Talbot 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Talbot 2500 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Talbot 2500 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1955 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | Abarth | Talbot |
| Model | 700 | 2500 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
