2007 Renault Clio vs. 1982 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1982 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio.
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 Renault Clio (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 1982 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Renault | Talbot |
| Model | Clio | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 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 | 965 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
