1996 Bentley Azure vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1996 Bentley Azure is newer by 17 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 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1979 Talbot 1510. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Bentley Azure 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 1996 Bentley Azure. 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, 1996 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 614 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bentley Azure | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
Make | Bentley | Talbot |
Model | Azure | 1510 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2610 mm |