1993 Mazda 121 vs. 1982 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1993 Mazda 121 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda 121 (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1982 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1993 Mazda 121.
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, 1982 Talbot 1510 (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 121. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1982 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda 121 | 1982 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Mazda | Talbot |
| Model | 121 | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
