1970 Fiat 850 vs. 1959 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 1970 Fiat 850 is newer by 11 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 30 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 850. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Talbot Lago America should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Talbot Lago America weights approximately 240 kg more than 1970 Fiat 850. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Talbot Lago America will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 850 | 1959 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | 850 | Lago America |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |
