1953 Talbot Baby vs. 1969 Toyota Century
To start off, 1969 Toyota Century is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Talbot Baby. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Talbot Baby would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1953 Talbot Baby. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1953 Talbot Baby. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Century weights approximately 48 kg more than 1953 Talbot Baby. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1953 Talbot Baby | 1969 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Baby | Century |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 2690 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2870 mm |
