1959 Talbot Lago America vs. 2011 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2011 Subaru Tribeca 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP) has 175 more horse power than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1959 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 894 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 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Talbot Lago America. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca 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 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (191 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Talbot Lago America. 2011 Subaru Tribeca 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 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Talbot Lago America | 2011 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Talbot | Subaru |
| Model | Lago America | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1869 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2748 mm |
