2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1958 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 49 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 905 kg more than 1958 Talbot Lago America. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Talbot Lago America. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 1958 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Ranger | Lago America |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |
