1967 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1982 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1982 Talbot 1510 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1982 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 325 kg more than 1982 Talbot 1510. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Corvette | 1982 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Talbot |
| Model | Corvette | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
