2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1959 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 45 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (195 HP) has 114 more horse power than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1959 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1247 kg more than 1959 Talbot Lago America. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (191 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1959 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Talbot |
| Model | Express | Lago America |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2510 mm |
