1959 Land Rover 109 vs. 1957 Talbot T 26
To start off, 1959 Land Rover 109 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot T 26. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot T 26 would be higher. At 4,482 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Talbot T 26 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Talbot T 26 (198 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Talbot T 26 should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1957 Talbot T 26.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Talbot T 26. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Land Rover 109 | 1957 Talbot T 26 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Talbot |
| Model | 109 | T 26 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 4482 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
