2005 Opel Corsa vs. 1980 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (75 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Talbot 1510. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa.
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, 1980 Talbot 1510 (108 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (107 Nm). This means 1980 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 1980 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Opel | Talbot |
| Model | Corsa | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
