1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 19 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Talbot 1510 (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento. 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 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1979 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
Make | Fiat | Talbot |
Model | Seicento | 1510 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |