1989 Chrysler Viper vs. 1956 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1989 Chrysler Viper is newer by 33 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1956 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1956 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 590 kg more than 1956 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, 1989 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler Viper | 1956 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Talbot |
| Model | Viper | 2500 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
