1957 Talbot Lago America vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1957 Talbot Lago America. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1957 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1632 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 2010 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Talbot Lago America. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Talbot Lago America. (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Talbot Lago America. 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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. 2010 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Talbot Lago America | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Talbot | Land Rover |
| Model | Lago America | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
