1959 Talbot Lago America vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 52 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP) has 169 more horse power than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1959 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 218 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 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (191 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Talbot Lago America. 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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. 2011 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Talbot Lago America | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Talbot | Honda |
| Model | Lago America | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3110 mm |
