1958 Talbot Lago America vs. 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace (90 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 740 kg more than 1958 Talbot Lago America. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (192 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Talbot Lago America | 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | Talbot | Toyota |
Model | Lago America | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 90 HP |
Torque | 192 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1960 mm |