2001 Morgan 4 vs. 1957 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 2001 Morgan 4 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 2,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Talbot Lago America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1957 Talbot Lago America. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Talbot Lago America weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 Morgan 4.
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, 1957 Talbot Lago America (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Morgan 4. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Talbot Lago America will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Morgan 4 | 1957 Talbot Lago America | |
Make | Morgan | Talbot |
Model | 4 | Lago America |
Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |