2006 Nissan Hardbody vs. 1957 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2006 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 49 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, 2006 Nissan Hardbody (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1957 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1957 Talbot 2500.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Hardbody. (174 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Hardbody | 1957 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | Nissan | Talbot |
| Model | Hardbody | 2500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2510 mm |
