2003 Fiat Idea vs. 1956 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2003 Fiat Idea 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Talbot 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Talbot 2500 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Idea. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Idea weights approximately 158 kg more than 1956 Talbot 2500.
Because 1956 Talbot 2500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Talbot 2500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Idea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1956 Talbot 2500 (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 1956 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | Idea | 2500 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
