1961 Buick Invicta vs. 1953 Talbot Baby
To start off, 1961 Buick Invicta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Talbot Baby. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Talbot Baby would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1953 Talbot Baby. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1953 Talbot Baby. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 414 kg more than 1953 Talbot Baby. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Buick Invicta | 1953 Talbot Baby | |
| Make | Buick | Talbot |
| Model | Invicta | Baby |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 2690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
