1959 Talbot Lago America vs. 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is newer by 8 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (109 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 should accelerate faster than 1959 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 weights approximately 385 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, 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (191 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 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 | 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
| Make | Talbot | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Lago America | Aero-Willys 2600 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
