1965 Cadillac Calais vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1979 Talbot 1510 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Cadillac Calais (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 915 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Cadillac Calais | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Talbot |
| Model | Calais | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |
