1968 Holden Monaro vs. 1957 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 1968 Holden Monaro is newer by 11 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Talbot Lago America (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Talbot Lago America should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro.
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, 1968 Holden Monaro (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Talbot Lago America. (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Monaro | 1957 Talbot Lago America | |
Make | Holden | Talbot |
Model | Monaro | Lago America |
Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 2476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |