2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 24 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 1,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (94 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 114 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto.
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, 2003 Fiat Punto (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (122 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | Punto | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
