1981 Buick Estate vs. 1951 Talbot Baby
To start off, 1981 Buick Estate is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Talbot Baby. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Talbot Baby would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1951 Talbot Baby. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1951 Talbot Baby. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Estate weights approximately 230 kg more than 1951 Talbot Baby. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick Estate | 1951 Talbot Baby | |
| Make | Buick | Talbot |
| Model | Estate | Baby |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1951 |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3130 mm |
