1959 Talbot Lago America vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Publica 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 2,351 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Talbot Lago America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Talbot Lago America (81 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Talbot Lago America should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Talbot Lago America weights approximately 220 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Talbot Lago America (191 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1959 Talbot Lago America will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Talbot Lago America | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Lago America | Publica |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |
