2004 Audi S4 vs. 1980 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1980 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1980 Talbot 1510. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Audi S4 (411 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 1980 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | S4 | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
