1979 Lancia Delta vs. 1958 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1979 Lancia Delta is newer by 21 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 34 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Talbot 2500 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1979 Lancia Delta. 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, 1979 Lancia Delta, 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 1958 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | Lancia | Talbot |
| Model | Delta | 2500 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
