2000 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 21 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 (149 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1979 Talbot 1510. 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510. 1979 Talbot 1510 has automatic transmission and 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 has manual transmission. 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Talbot 1510 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Talbot |
| Model | 147 | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
