1976 Peugeot 304 vs. 1981 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1981 Talbot 1510 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Peugeot 304 (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Talbot 1510. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Peugeot 304 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1976 Peugeot 304.
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, 1981 Talbot 1510 (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1981 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Peugeot 304 | 1981 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Talbot |
| Model | 304 | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
