1996 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1980 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 1980 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1980 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Talbot |
| Model | 155 | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1050 kg |
