1974 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 1958 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep 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 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 17 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 524 kg more than 1958 Talbot 2500.
Because 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Talbot 2500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer significantly more control. 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 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep | 1958 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Talbot |
| Model | Jeep | 2500 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
