1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1959 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 5 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 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1959 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 355 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (191 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1959 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Talbot |
| Model | Spider | Lago America |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
