1959 Talbot Lago America vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 49 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Talbot Lago America (81 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Talbot Lago America should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 945 kg more than 1959 Talbot Lago America.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Talbot Lago America. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (191 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari 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 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Talbot | Tata |
| Model | Lago America | Safari |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 69 HP |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
