1958 Abarth Renault vs. 1958 Talbot Lago America
To start off, both 1958 Abarth Renault and 1958 Talbot Lago America were released in the same year (1958). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,351 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Talbot Lago America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth Renault (109 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth Renault should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Talbot Lago America weights approximately 85 kg more than 1958 Abarth Renault.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth Renault | 1958 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Abarth | Talbot |
| Model | Renault | Lago America |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 81 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
