2007 Proton Satria vs. 1958 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2007 Proton Satria 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, 1958 Talbot 2500 (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Proton Satria. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Satria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Proton Satria weights approximately 159 kg more than 1958 Talbot 2500.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Talbot 2500 (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Satria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Proton Satria | 1958 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | Proton | Talbot |
| Model | Satria | 2500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1159 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
