1972 Jensen Healey vs. 1957 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1972 Jensen Healey is newer by 15 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, 1972 Jensen Healey (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1957 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Healey should accelerate faster than 1957 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Talbot 2500 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1972 Jensen Healey.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1957 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Jensen Healey | 1957 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Jensen | Talbot |
Model | Healey | 2500 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |