2009 Ford Flex vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 30 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 129 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
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 Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510. 2009 Ford Flex has automatic transmission and 1979 Talbot 1510 has manual transmission. 1979 Talbot 1510 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Flex | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Flex | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |
