2007 Citroen Picasso vs. 1955 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2007 Citroen Picasso is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Talbot 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Talbot 2500 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 242 kg more than 1955 Talbot 2500.
Because 1955 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 1955 Talbot 2500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Picasso, 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, 2007 Citroen Picasso (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Talbot 2500. (197 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen Picasso | 1955 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Citroen | Talbot |
Model | Picasso | 2500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |