2005 Opel Corsa vs. 1981 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa 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 Opel Corsa (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1981 Talbot 1510. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 40 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, 2005 Opel Corsa (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Corsa | 1981 Talbot 1510 | |
Make | Opel | Talbot |
Model | Corsa | 1510 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1229 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 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 | 1010 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |