2008 Honda Civic vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 29 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 304 kg more than 1979 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, 2008 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Honda | Talbot |
| Model | Civic | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
