2003 Honda Avancier vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2003 Honda Avancier 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 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Avancier weights approximately 525 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.
Because 2003 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Talbot 1510. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Avancier will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Avancier (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Avancier | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Honda | Talbot |
| Model | Avancier | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
