1972 MG MGB vs. 1957 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1972 MG MGB 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, 1957 Talbot 2500 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 1972 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 MG MGB weights approximately 2 kg more than 1957 Talbot 2500.
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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 MG MGB | 1957 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | MG | Talbot |
| Model | MGB | 2500 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2510 mm |
