2005 Peugeot 206 vs. 1957 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Talbot 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Talbot 2500 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Talbot 2500 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Talbot 2500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206, 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, 1957 Talbot 2500 (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1957 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 206 | 1957 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Talbot |
| Model | 206 | 2500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
