1973 Mini MK III vs. 1958 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1973 Mini MK III is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Talbot 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Talbot 2500 (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1973 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Talbot 2500 weights approximately 388 kg more than 1973 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Talbot 2500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Talbot 2500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Mini MK III, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Talbot 2500 (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1958 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mini MK III | 1958 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | Mini | Talbot |
| Model | MK III | 2500 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |
