2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 28 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Kia | Talbot |
| Model | Rondo | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
