1958 Talbot Lago America vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 54 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 317 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd, 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1958 Talbot Lago America will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Talbot Lago America | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Talbot | Kia |
| Model | Lago America | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
