1957 Talbot Lago America vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 49 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 17 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Talbot Lago America should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 330 kg more than 1957 Talbot Lago America.
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, 2006 Opel Astra, 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1957 Talbot Lago America will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra. 2006 Opel Astra 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. 2006 Opel Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Talbot Lago America | 2006 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Talbot | Opel |
| Model | Lago America | Astra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
