1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer vs. 1957 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Talbot 2500 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (109 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer weights approximately 730 kg more than 1957 Talbot 2500.
Because 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Talbot 2500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | 1957 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | Jeep | Talbot |
| Model | Grand Wagoneer | 2500 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
