1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 15 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 10 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | Punto | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
