1981 Talbot 1510 vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1981 Talbot 1510 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (77 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1981 Talbot 1510. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 276 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1970 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 1970 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1981 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Talbot 1510 | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | 1510 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
