1990 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1958 Talbot 2500

To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 32 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (189 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1958 Talbot 2500. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 305 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot 2500.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Alfa Romeo 75 1958 Talbot 2500
Make Alfa Romeo Talbot
Model 75 2500
Year Released 1990 1958
Engine Size 2959 cc 2491 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 189 HP 119 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 196 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1305 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2510 mm


 

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