2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2006 Citroen Xsara is newer by 27 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen Xsara (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 270 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.
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, 2006 Citroen Xsara (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Xsara | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Citroen | Talbot |
| Model | Xsara | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
