1987 Innocenti 990 vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1987 Innocenti 990 is newer by 8 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Talbot 1510 (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 1987 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1987 Innocenti 990. 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, 1979 Talbot 1510 (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Innocenti 990 | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
Make | Innocenti | Talbot |
Model | 990 | 1510 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2610 mm |