2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1981 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Panda (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Talbot 1510. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot 1510.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Talbot 1510. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda 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, 1981 Talbot 1510 (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 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 | 1981 Talbot 1510 | |
Make | Fiat | Talbot |
Model | Panda | 1510 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |