1984 Fiat Panda vs. 1981 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1984 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Talbot 1510 (63 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 289 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Talbot 1510. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Fiat Panda | 1981 Talbot 1510 | |
Make | Fiat | Talbot |
Model | Panda | 1510 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 965 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.3 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2610 mm |