2007 Honda Accord vs. 1958 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 49 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, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1958 Talbot 2500. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 418 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 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1958 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | Honda | Talbot |
| Model | Accord | 2500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
