2000 Audi A8 vs. 1981 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 19 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1981 Talbot 1510. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot 1510.
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 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1981 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | A8 | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2610 mm |
