1958 Talbot Lago America vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 51 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, 1958 Talbot Lago America (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Talbot Lago America should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 5 kg more than 1958 Talbot Lago America.
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, 2009 Tata Indica, 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Talbot Lago America will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Talbot Lago America | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Talbot | Tata |
| Model | Lago America | Indica |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
