1996 Holden Nova vs. 1956 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1996 Holden Nova is newer by 40 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Talbot 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Talbot 2500 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Holden Nova weights approximately 65 kg more than 1956 Talbot 2500.
Because 1956 Talbot 2500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Talbot 2500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Holden Nova, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1956 Talbot 2500 (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1956 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Holden Nova | 1956 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | Holden | Talbot |
| Model | Nova | 2500 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
