2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 1956 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 49 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 59 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Talbot 2500 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Hyundai Accent, 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (105 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1956 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Accent | 1956 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Hyundai | Talbot |
Model | Accent | 2500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |