1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1958 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 2,351 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Talbot Lago America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Talbot Lago America weights approximately 5 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior.
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, 1958 Talbot Lago America (192 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Talbot Lago America will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1958 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Talbot |
| Model | Junior | Lago America |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
