1996 Proton 400 vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1996 Proton 400 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton 400 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 Proton 400.
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 Proton 400 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Proton 400 | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
Make | Proton | Talbot |
Model | 400 | 1510 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |