1979 Talbot 1510 vs. 1979 Vauxhall Royale
To start off, both 1979 Talbot 1510 and 1979 Vauxhall Royale were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Vauxhall Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Vauxhall Royale weights approximately 320 kg more than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Because 1979 Vauxhall Royale 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 1979 Vauxhall Royale. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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. 1979 Vauxhall Royale has automatic transmission and 1979 Talbot 1510 has manual transmission. 1979 Talbot 1510 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Vauxhall Royale will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Talbot 1510 | 1979 Vauxhall Royale | |
| Make | Talbot | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1510 | Royale |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
