2000 Opel Frontera vs. 1958 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2000 Opel Frontera 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 Opel Frontera (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1958 Talbot 2500. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 755 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 2000 Opel Frontera 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 Opel Frontera 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 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Frontera | 1958 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Opel | Talbot |
Model | Frontera | 2500 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |