2000 Audi A4 vs. 1958 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 42 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, 2000 Audi A4 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1958 Talbot 2500. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot 2500.
Because 2000 Audi A4 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, 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 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 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 1958 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1958 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | A4 | 2500 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
