2001 Honda S2000 vs. 1953 Talbot T 26
To start off, 2001 Honda S2000 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Talbot T 26. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Talbot T 26 would be higher. At 4,482 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Talbot T 26 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1953 Talbot T 26. (197 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1953 Talbot T 26. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Talbot T 26 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2001 Honda S2000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S2000 | 1953 Talbot T 26 | |
| Make | Honda | Talbot |
| Model | S2000 | T 26 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4482 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
