1996 Honda Accord vs. 1958 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Talbot 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1958 Talbot 2500. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 340 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.
Because 1958 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 1958 Talbot 2500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord, 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, 1996 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 1958 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Honda | Talbot |
Model | Accord | 2500 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |