1958 Ford Popular vs. 1982 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1982 Talbot 1510 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Talbot 1510 (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1958 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Popular 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 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Talbot 1510 (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Popular | 1982 Talbot 1510 | |
Make | Ford | Talbot |
Model | Popular | 1510 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2610 mm |