2009 Audi Q5 vs. 1958 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 51 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, 2009 Audi Q5 (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1958 Talbot 2500. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Talbot 2500 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Audi Q5.
Because 2009 Audi Q5 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, 2009 Audi Q5 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, 2009 Audi Q5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q5 | 1958 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | Q5 | 2500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
