1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1957 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1957 Talbot Lago America. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1957 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 330 kg more than 1957 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Talbot Lago America. (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1957 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Talbot |
| Model | Spider | Lago America |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1000 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 |
