1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1956 Talbot 2500

To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 31 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 56 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Talbot 2500 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1956 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 1956 Talbot 2500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva, 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, 1956 Talbot 2500 (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.

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