1974 Ford Granada vs. 1955 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1974 Ford Granada is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Talbot 2500 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 500 kg more than 1955 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, both vehicles can yield 197 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 1955 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Granada | 2500 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
