2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1958 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1958 Talbot 2500. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1162 kg more than 1958 Talbot 2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Talbot 2500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1958 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Talbot |
| Model | Terracan | 2500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
