1959 Talbot Lago America vs. 2010 Honda Insight
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight is newer by 51 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, 2010 Honda Insight (98 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1959 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Insight weights approximately 262 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, 2010 Honda Insight, 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1959 Talbot Lago America will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Talbot Lago America | 2010 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Talbot | Honda |
| Model | Lago America | Insight |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 98 HP |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1237 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
