1957 Talbot Lago America vs. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 46 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, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1957 Talbot Lago America. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1957 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra 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.
Because 1957 Talbot Lago America is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Talbot Lago America. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1957 Talbot Lago America (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1957 Talbot Lago America will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Talbot Lago America | 2003 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Talbot | Vauxhall |
| Model | Lago America | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
