1993 Proton Saloon vs. 1981 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1993 Proton Saloon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Proton Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Proton Saloon (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Talbot 1510. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1993 Proton Saloon.
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, 1981 Talbot 1510 (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Proton Saloon. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Proton Saloon | 1981 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Proton | Talbot |
| Model | Saloon | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
