2003 Renault Clio vs. 1956 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1956 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1956 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Clio weights approximately 530 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Clio | 1956 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Renault | Talbot |
Model | Clio | 2500 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 7150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4650 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |