1971 Renault 10 vs. 1957 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1971 Renault 10 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 71 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Talbot 2500 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1971 Renault 10. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Renault 10 | 1957 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Renault | Talbot |
Model | 10 | 2500 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |