2005 Audi A3 vs. 1982 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1982 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1982 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, 2005 Audi A3 (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 1982 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | A3 | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
