2006 Hyundai Accent vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Accent 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 1,493 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Accent (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 156 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 Hyundai Accent (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Accent | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Talbot |
| Model | Accent | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
