1958 Talbot Lago America vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 55 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP) has 295 more horse power than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1739 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 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (192 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot Lago America. 2013 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1958 Talbot Lago America has manual transmission. 1958 Talbot Lago America will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1958 Talbot Lago America | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Talbot | Toyota |
Model | Lago America | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 376 HP |
Torque | 192 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 2714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1955 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3100 mm |