1957 Talbot Sport vs. 1996 Toyota Century
To start off, 1996 Toyota Century is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot Sport would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1957 Talbot Sport. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1957 Talbot Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Century weights approximately 800 kg more than 1957 Talbot Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 1996 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 1957 Talbot Sport has manual transmission. 1957 Talbot Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Talbot Sport | 1996 Toyota Century | |
Make | Talbot | Toyota |
Model | Sport | Century |
Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2870 mm |