1981 Fiat Panda vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1981 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Talbot 1510 (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1981 Fiat Panda. 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, 1979 Talbot 1510 (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat Panda | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
Make | Fiat | Talbot |
Model | Panda | 1510 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2610 mm |