2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 26 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Talbot 1510 (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. 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, 1979 Talbot 1510 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1979 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | Panda | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
