1979 Talbot 1510 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Talbot 1510 (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Volkswagen Fusca 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 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Talbot 1510 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. (106 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Talbot 1510 | 1998 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
Model | 1510 | Fusca |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |