1981 Talbot 1510 vs. 2012 Seat Leon
To start off, 2012 Seat Leon 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1981 Talbot 1510. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Leon weights approximately 606 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 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Talbot 1510 | 2012 Seat Leon | |
Make | Talbot | Seat |
Model | 1510 | Leon |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |