2005 Honda Civic vs. 1980 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 25 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 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1980 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 66 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, 2005 Honda Civic (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1980 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Honda | Talbot |
| Model | Civic | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
