1999 Proton 400 vs. 1981 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1999 Proton 400 is newer by 18 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Proton 400 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Talbot 1510. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 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, both vehicles can yield 108 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Proton 400 | 1981 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Proton | Talbot |
| Model | 400 | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1050 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 |
