1999 Fiat Brava vs. 1956 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1999 Fiat Brava is newer by 43 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 36 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Brava weights approximately 40 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, 1999 Fiat Brava, 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1956 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Brava | 1956 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Fiat | Talbot |
Model | Brava | 2500 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |