1996 Suzuki Baleno vs. 1955 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 41 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, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1955 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1955 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 85 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Talbot 2500 (197 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1955 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Suzuki Baleno | 1955 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Talbot |
| Model | Baleno | 2500 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
