1958 Talbot Lago America vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 47 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 2,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Talbot Lago America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 495 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.
Because 1958 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 1958 Talbot Lago America. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis, 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, 1958 Talbot Lago America (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Talbot Lago America will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Talbot Lago America | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Talbot | Toyota |
Model | Lago America | Avensis |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |