1957 Talbot Lago America vs. 1982 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1982 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 2,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Talbot Lago America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Talbot Lago America (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Talbot Lago America should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Talbot Lago America weights approximately 25 kg more than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Talbot Lago America (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1957 Talbot Lago America will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Talbot Lago America | 1982 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Lago America | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
