1959 Talbot Lago America vs. 1976 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1976 Toyota Carina is newer by 17 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 2,351 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Talbot Lago America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Carina (99 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1959 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Talbot Lago America weights approximately 25 kg more than 1976 Toyota Carina.
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, 1959 Talbot Lago America (191 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Talbot Lago America will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Talbot Lago America | 1976 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Talbot | Toyota |
Model | Lago America | Carina |
Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 99 HP |
Torque | 191 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |