2007 Mazda 6 vs. 1982 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1982 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1982 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 1982 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Mazda | Talbot |
| Model | 6 | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 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 | 1540 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
