1953 Talbot Baby vs. 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus
To start off, 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus is newer by 26 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 2,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Talbot Baby is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus (150 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1953 Talbot Baby. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus should accelerate faster than 1953 Talbot Baby. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Talbot Baby weights approximately 696 kg more than 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus.
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 | 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus | |
| Make | Talbot | Talbot |
| Model | Baby | Sunbeam-Lotus |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2690 cc | 2170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2420 mm |
