1980 Talbot 1510 vs. 2010 Opel Astra
To start off, 2010 Opel Astra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Astra (239 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1980 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Astra weights approximately 343 kg more than 1980 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, 2010 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Talbot 1510 | 2010 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Talbot | Opel |
| Model | 1510 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
