1974 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1957 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 17 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Nova (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1957 Talbot Lago America. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1957 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 490 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.
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, 1974 Chevrolet Nova (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Talbot Lago America. (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Nova | 1957 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Talbot |
| Model | Nova | Lago America |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
