1986 Honda Civic vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1986 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
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, 1986 Honda Civic (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (122 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Honda | Talbot |
| Model | Civic | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
