2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 1982 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 27 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fiesta (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1982 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2009 Ford Fiesta (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fiesta | 1982 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Fiesta | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 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 | 966 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
