2004 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1957 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 47 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, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1957 Talbot Lago America. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1957 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 404 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.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Talbot Lago America. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1957 Talbot Lago America will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Freelander | 1957 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Land Rover | Talbot |
| Model | Freelander | Lago America |
| Year Released | 2004 | 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 | 118 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
