1959 Talbot Lago America vs. 1962 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1962 Vauxhall Velox is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 2,651 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Vauxhall Velox (94 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Vauxhall Velox should accelerate faster than 1959 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 260 kg more than 1959 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, 1962 Vauxhall Velox (200 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (191 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1962 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Talbot Lago America | 1962 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Talbot | Vauxhall |
| Model | Lago America | Velox |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
