1979 Subaru DL vs. 1981 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1981 Talbot 1510 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru DL would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru DL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru DL (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Talbot 1510. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru DL should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1979 Subaru DL.
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, 1979 Subaru DL (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru DL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Subaru DL | 1981 Talbot 1510 | |
Make | Subaru | Talbot |
Model | DL | 1510 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |