1996 Ford Ka vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1996 Ford Ka 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Talbot 1510 (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ka. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 142 kg more than 1996 Ford Ka. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Ka | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Ka | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
