1980 Skoda L vs. 1956 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1980 Skoda L is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Talbot 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Talbot 2500 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Talbot 2500 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1980 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Talbot 2500 (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Skoda L | 1956 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | Skoda | Talbot |
| Model | L | 2500 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
