2007 Kia Rio vs. 1982 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1982 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio.
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, 2007 Kia Rio (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 1982 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Kia | Talbot |
| Model | Rio | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
