1990 BMW 316 vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 11 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 316 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1990 BMW 316.
Because 1990 BMW 316 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Talbot 1510, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 BMW 316 (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 316 | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
Make | BMW | Talbot |
Model | 316 | 1510 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |