1962 Abarth 2400 vs. 1958 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1962 Abarth 2400 is newer by 4 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, 1962 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1958 Talbot 2500. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Abarth 2400 weights approximately 50 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 196 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 2400 | 1958 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | Abarth | Talbot |
| Model | 2400 | 2500 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
