2007 Hyundai Accent vs. 1955 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Accent 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 9 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 318 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 Hyundai Accent, 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 Hyundai Accent (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Talbot 2500. (197 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Accent | 1955 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Hyundai | Talbot |
Model | Accent | 2500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |