1996 Hyundai Scoupe vs. 1981 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Scoupe is newer by 15 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Scoupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Scoupe (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1981 Talbot 1510. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Scoupe should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Scoupe.
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, 1996 Hyundai Scoupe (167 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Scoupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Scoupe | 1981 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Talbot |
| Model | Scoupe | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
