1958 Talbot Lago America vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 355 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (192 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Talbot | Toyota |
Model | Lago America | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 159 HP |
Torque | 192 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |