1985 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1958 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 27 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1958 Talbot 2500. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 460 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, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX (235 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Nissan 300 ZX | 1958 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Nissan | Talbot |
Model | 300 ZX | 2500 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |