1981 Talbot 1510 vs. 2012 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai ix35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai ix35 (113 HP @ 400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1981 Talbot 1510. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix35 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 487 kg more than 1981 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, 2012 Hyundai ix35 (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Talbot 1510 | 2012 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Talbot | Hyundai |
| Model | 1510 | ix35 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
