1982 Talbot 1510 vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,330 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot 1510 | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | 1510 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
