2005 Seat Arosa vs. 1958 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 2005 Seat Arosa is newer by 47 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 57 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Talbot Lago America should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Talbot Lago America weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Seat Arosa, 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Talbot Lago America will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Arosa | 1958 Talbot Lago America | |
Make | Seat | Talbot |
Model | Arosa | Lago America |
Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 2476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2510 mm |