2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1958 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 46 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, 1958 Talbot 2500 (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Talbot 2500 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Talbot 2500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda, 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (260 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1958 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | Panda | 2500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
