1969 Monteverdi 400 vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1979 Talbot 1510 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Monteverdi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Monteverdi 400 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Monteverdi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Monteverdi 400 (392 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Monteverdi 400 should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Monteverdi 400 weights approximately 480 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.
Because 1969 Monteverdi 400 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 1969 Monteverdi 400. 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, 1969 Monteverdi 400 (657 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Monteverdi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Monteverdi 400 | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Talbot |
| Model | 400 | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 392 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 657 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
