1971 Ginetta G21 vs. 1957 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1971 Ginetta G21 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Talbot 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Talbot 2500 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1971 Ginetta G21. (85 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ginetta G21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Talbot 2500 weights approximately 263 kg more than 1971 Ginetta G21. 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, 1957 Talbot 2500 (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ginetta G21. (123 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1957 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ginetta G21.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ginetta G21 | 1957 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Ginetta | Talbot |
Model | G21 | 2500 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 1725 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2510 mm |