2000 Audi A4 vs. 1956 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 44 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, 2000 Audi A4 (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1956 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A4 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1956 Talbot 2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Talbot 2500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 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, 2000 Audi A4 (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1956 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | A4 | 2500 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
