2006 Ford Focus vs. 1958 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 48 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 30 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 311 kg more than 1958 Talbot 2500.
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, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 1958 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Ford | Talbot |
Model | Focus | 2500 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |