1957 Talbot Lago America vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 45 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, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1957 Talbot Lago America. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1957 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 285 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Talbot Lago America (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Talbot Lago America will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Talbot Lago America | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Talbot | Nissan |
| Model | Lago America | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |
