1959 Talbot Lago America vs. 2001 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2001 Honda CR-V is newer by 42 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, 2001 Honda CR-V (148 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1959 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda CR-V weights approximately 525 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.
Because 1959 Talbot Lago America is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Talbot Lago America. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda CR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Talbot Lago America will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Talbot Lago America | 2001 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Talbot | Honda |
| Model | Lago America | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
