2000 Smart ForTwo vs. 1959 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 41 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 7 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Talbot Lago America should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Talbot Lago America weights approximately 155 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 Talbot Lago America will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Smart ForTwo | 1959 Talbot Lago America | |
Make | Smart | Talbot |
Model | ForTwo | Lago America |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2510 mm |