1957 Talbot Lago America vs. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 42 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1957 Talbot Lago America. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1957 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1957 Talbot Lago America. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Talbot Lago America. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Talbot Lago America. (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Talbot Lago America. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1957 Talbot Lago America has manual transmission. 1957 Talbot Lago America will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Talbot Lago America | 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Lago America | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
