1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 9 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 1,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Talbot 1510 (74 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 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 (122 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1979 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | Tipo | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
