1981 Talbot 1510 vs. 1968 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1981 Talbot 1510 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Talbot 1510 (63 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Corolla 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 1968 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Talbot 1510 (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Talbot 1510 | 1968 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | 1510 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |
