2008 Citroen C2 vs. 1958 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2008 Citroen C2 is newer by 50 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, 2008 Citroen C2 (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1958 Talbot 2500. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C2 weights approximately 45 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 1958 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 1958 Talbot 2500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C2, 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, 1958 Talbot 2500 (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1958 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C2 | 1958 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Talbot |
| Model | C2 | 2500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2510 mm |
