2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1957 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Talbot 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Talbot 2500 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 80 kg more than 1957 Talbot 2500.
Because 1957 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 1957 Talbot 2500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lada Kalina, 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, 1957 Talbot 2500 (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 1957 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | Lada | Talbot |
| Model | Kalina | 2500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
