1968 Fiat 600 vs. 1959 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 1968 Fiat 600 is newer by 9 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 2,351 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Talbot Lago America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Talbot Lago America (81 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Talbot Lago America should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Talbot Lago America weights approximately 145 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Talbot Lago America (191 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Talbot Lago America will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 600 | 1959 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | 600 | Lago America |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
