2004 Mazda 2 vs. 1980 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2004 Mazda 2 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 2 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 2 weights approximately 110 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.
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, 2004 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 2 | 1980 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Mazda | Talbot |
| Model | 2 | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
