1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1980 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1980 Talbot 1510 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Talbot 1510 (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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, 1980 Talbot 1510 (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1980 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Talbot |
| Model | Alfasud | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
