1984 Citroen CX vs. 1982 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1984 Citroen CX is newer by 2 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1982 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 359 kg more than 1982 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, 1984 Citroen CX (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 1982 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Citroen | Talbot |
| Model | CX | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
