1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1979 Talbot 1510 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Because 1958 Abarth 1000 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 Abarth 1000. 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, 1979 Talbot 1510 (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 1000 | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
Make | Abarth | Talbot |
Model | 1000 | 1510 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2610 mm |