2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 457 kg more than 1979 Talbot 1510. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (136 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Mazda | Talbot |
| Model | B3000 | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1552 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2610 mm |
