1999 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1958 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 41 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1958 Talbot 2500. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1090 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 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Talbot 2500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Land Rover Range Rover | 1958 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Talbot |
| Model | Range Rover | 2500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
