2005 Mazda 6 vs. 1981 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1981 Talbot 1510. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 357 kg more than 1981 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 Mazda 6 (210 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 1981 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Mazda | Talbot |
| Model | 6 | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
