1999 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1982 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 2,610 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1982 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot 1510.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda RX-01 | 1982 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Mazda | Talbot |
| Model | RX-01 | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2610 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
