1957 Talbot Lago America vs. 2010 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2010 Dacia Logan is newer by 53 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 19 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Logan. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Talbot Lago America should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Logan 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, 2010 Dacia Logan, 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1957 Talbot Lago America will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Talbot Lago America | 2010 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Talbot | Dacia |
| Model | Lago America | Logan |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
