1957 Talbot Lago America vs. 2009 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2009 Renault Twingo is newer by 52 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 43 more horse power than 2009 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Talbot Lago America should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Twingo weights approximately 55 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, 2009 Renault Twingo, 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1957 Talbot Lago America will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Talbot Lago America | 2009 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Talbot | Renault |
| Model | Lago America | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
