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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (74 HP). 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 126 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 (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (122 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510.
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 | 1598 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
