2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1958 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1958 Talbot 2500. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1708 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 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1958 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Land Rover | Talbot |
Model | Freelander | 2500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |