1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1980 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 18 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Talbot 1510 (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo. 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, 1980 Talbot 1510 (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (93 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 1980 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Citroen | Talbot |
| Model | Saxo | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
