2004 Ford Focus vs. 1956 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 48 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 5 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 275 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, 2004 Ford Focus, 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 Ford Focus (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 1956 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Ford | Talbot |
Model | Focus | 2500 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
Engine Size | 1757 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |