2003 Audi A6 vs. 1956 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 47 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1956 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 818 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 2003 Audi A6 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, 2003 Audi A6 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, 2003 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Talbot 2500. 2003 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1956 Talbot 2500 has manual transmission. 1956 Talbot 2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 1956 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | A6 | 2500 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
