1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1979 Talbot 1510 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Talbot 1510 (74 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 70 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Because 1951 Austin A 70 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 1951 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Talbot 1510, 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, 1951 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (122 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 70 | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
Make | Austin | Talbot |
Model | A 70 | 1510 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 157 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |