2004 Kia Retona vs. 1956 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona 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 28 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 870 kg more than 1956 Talbot 2500.
Because 2004 Kia Retona 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, 2004 Kia Retona 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, 2004 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Retona | 1956 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | Kia | Talbot |
| Model | Retona | 2500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
