2004 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1959 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker 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 2,351 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Talbot Lago America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (97 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1959 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 343 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.
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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Talbot Lago America will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | 1959 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Talbot |
| Model | Tracker | Lago America |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
