1995 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1955 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1995 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 40 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, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1955 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1955 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 450 kg more than 1955 Talbot 2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Talbot 2500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1955 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. 1995 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1955 Talbot 2500 has manual transmission. 1955 Talbot 2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Step Wagon | 1955 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | Honda | Talbot |
| Model | Step Wagon | 2500 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
