2006 Seat Leon vs. 1958 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 48 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 2 more horse power than 2006 Seat Leon. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Talbot Lago America should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 296 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, 2006 Seat Leon, 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, 2006 Seat Leon (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Seat Leon | 1958 Talbot Lago America | |
Make | Seat | Talbot |
Model | Leon | Lago America |
Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |