2001 Chevrolet Express vs. 1957 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Express is newer by 44 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1957 Talbot Lago America. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1957 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1400 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, 2001 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Talbot Lago America. (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Talbot Lago America. 2001 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1957 Talbot Lago America has manual transmission. 1957 Talbot Lago America will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Express | 1957 Talbot Lago America | |
Make | Chevrolet | Talbot |
Model | Express | Lago America |
Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2510 mm |