1974 Ford Maverick vs. 1958 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 1974 Ford Maverick is newer by 16 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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Talbot Lago America (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1974 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Talbot Lago America should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Maverick weights approximately 215 kg more than 1958 Talbot Lago America.
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 (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Maverick. (179 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1958 Talbot Lago America will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Maverick | 1958 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Maverick | Lago America |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
