2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1981 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Talbot 1510 (63 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. 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, 1981 Talbot 1510 (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1981 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1981 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | Panda | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
