1979 Talbot 1510 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 20 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (103 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 135 kg more than 1979 Talbot 1510. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Talbot 1510 | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1510 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
