1967 Avanti Avanti vs. 1954 Talbot T 26
To start off, 1967 Avanti Avanti is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Talbot T 26. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Talbot T 26 would be higher. At 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1954 Talbot T 26. (198 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1954 Talbot T 26. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Talbot T 26 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1967 Avanti Avanti.
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:
| 1967 Avanti Avanti | 1954 Talbot T 26 | |
| Make | Avanti | Talbot |
| Model | Avanti | T 26 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 5352 cc | 4482 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
