1968 Lotus Elan vs. 1981 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1981 Talbot 1510 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lotus Elan (116 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1981 Talbot 1510. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1968 Lotus Elan.
Because 1968 Lotus Elan 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 1968 Lotus Elan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1968 Lotus Elan (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lotus Elan | 1981 Talbot 1510 | |
Make | Lotus | Talbot |
Model | Elan | 1510 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |