1958 Talbot Lago America vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 850 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 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Talbot Lago America. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (212 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Lago America | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3250 mm |
