1970 Austin 1800 vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1979 Talbot 1510 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Talbot 1510 (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1970 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Austin 1800 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Austin 1800 (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Austin 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin 1800 | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Austin | Talbot |
| Model | 1800 | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
