1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1979 Talbot 1510 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 357 kg more than 1979 Talbot 1510. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Talbot |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
