2008 Honda Odyssey vs. 1958 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2008 Honda Odyssey 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Odyssey (241 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1958 Talbot 2500. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 354 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 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2008 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot 2500. 2008 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1958 Talbot 2500 has manual transmission. 1958 Talbot 2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Odyssey | 1958 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | Honda | Talbot |
| Model | Odyssey | 2500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |
