2009 Honda S2000 vs. 1950 Talbot T 26
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Talbot T 26. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Talbot T 26 would be higher. At 4,482 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Talbot T 26 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Talbot T 26 (276 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Talbot T 26 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda S2000 weights approximately 278 kg more than 1950 Talbot T 26.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda S2000 | 1950 Talbot T 26 | |
| Make | Honda | Talbot |
| Model | S2000 | T 26 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1950 |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 4482 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
