1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 1959 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 1980 Cadillac Seville is newer by 21 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Cadillac Seville (123 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1959 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 915 kg more than 1959 Talbot Lago America. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Talbot Lago America is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Talbot Lago America. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Cadillac Seville (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (191 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Talbot Lago America. 1980 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1959 Talbot Lago America has manual transmission. 1959 Talbot Lago America will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Cadillac Seville | 1959 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Cadillac | Talbot |
| Model | Seville | Lago America |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
