1990 Ford Sierra vs. 1955 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1990 Ford Sierra is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Talbot 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Talbot 2500 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Sierra weights approximately 10 kg more than 1955 Talbot 2500.
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, 1955 Talbot 2500 (197 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1955 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Sierra | 1955 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Ford | Talbot |
Model | Sierra | 2500 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1955 |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |