2002 Opel Astra vs. 1958 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 2002 Opel Astra is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 2,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Talbot Lago America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Talbot Lago America (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Opel Astra. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Talbot Lago America should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Astra weights approximately 350 kg more than 1958 Talbot Lago America.
Because 1958 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 1958 Talbot Lago America. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Opel Astra, 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, 1958 Talbot Lago America (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Astra. (149 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Talbot Lago America will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Astra | 1958 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Opel | Talbot |
| Model | Astra | Lago America |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
