1958 Talbot Lago America vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 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 MR2 (150 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 65 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, 1958 Talbot Lago America (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1958 Talbot Lago America will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Talbot Lago America | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Talbot | Toyota |
Model | Lago America | MR2 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |