1973 Ford Escort vs. 1983 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1983 Talbot 1510 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Escort (96 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1983 Talbot 1510. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 161 kg more than 1973 Ford Escort.
Because 1973 Ford Escort 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 1973 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1973 Ford Escort (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot 1510. (122 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Escort | 1983 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Escort | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
