1976 Citroen CX vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1979 Talbot 1510 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 210 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.
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, 1976 Citroen CX (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Citroen | Talbot |
| Model | CX | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
