1980 Talbot 1510 vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 32 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1980 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2012 Honda Jazz.
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, 2012 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot 1510. 2012 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 1980 Talbot 1510 has manual transmission. 1980 Talbot 1510 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Talbot 1510 | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Talbot | Honda |
| Model | 1510 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
