1959 Talbot Lago America vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 54 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), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (252 HP) has 171 more horse power than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1959 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 636 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 2013 Subaru Legacy 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (191 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy 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 2013 Subaru Legacy
Make Talbot Subaru
Model Lago America Legacy
Year Released 1959 2013
Engine Size 2351 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V W
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 81 HP 252 HP
Torque 191 Nm 335 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Vehicle Weight 975 kg 1611 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 4755 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 2050 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1505 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2750 mm


 

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