1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1958 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 16 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1958 Talbot 2500. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 865 kg more than 1958 Talbot 2500. 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, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot 2500. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 1958 Talbot 2500 has manual transmission. 1958 Talbot 2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 1958 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Talbot |
| Model | Cordoba | 2500 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2510 mm |
