1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1981 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1981 Talbot 1510 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1981 Talbot 1510. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124.
Because 1972 Fiat 124 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 1972 Fiat 124. 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, 1972 Fiat 124 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 124 | 1981 Talbot 1510 | |
Make | Fiat | Talbot |
Model | 124 | 1510 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 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 | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |