1958 Talbot Lago America vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 330 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Talbot | Toyota |
Model | Lago America | Corolla |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 2476 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |