2000 Mazda Premacy vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2000 Mazda Premacy 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 1,833 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Premacy (110 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Premacy 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 Mazda Premacy (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (122 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Premacy | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Mazda | Talbot |
| Model | Premacy | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1833 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
