1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1958 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 38 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1958 Talbot 2500. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 523 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot 2500. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1958 Talbot 2500 has manual transmission. 1958 Talbot 2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1958 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Talbot |
Model | Corvette | 2500 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |