1959 Talbot Lago America vs. 2010 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Chairman H 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP) has 128 more horse power than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1959 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 662 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, 2010 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (191 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Talbot Lago America. 2010 SsangYong Chairman H 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. 2010 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Talbot Lago America | 2010 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Talbot | SsangYong |
Model | Lago America | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 209 HP |
Torque | 191 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |