2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1980 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 26 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 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1980 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 127 kg more than 1980 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 Ford Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1980 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Fusion | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
