1959 Talbot Lago America vs. 1978 Toyota Century
To start off, 1978 Toyota Century is newer by 19 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 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Century (167 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1959 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Century weights approximately 830 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, 1978 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (191 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Talbot Lago America. 1978 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 1959 Talbot Lago America has manual transmission. 1959 Talbot Lago America will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Talbot Lago America | 1978 Toyota Century | |
Make | Talbot | Toyota |
Model | Lago America | Century |
Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 3376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 167 HP |
Torque | 191 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2870 mm |