2009 Mazda 5 vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (151 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 5 weights approximately 500 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, 2009 Mazda 5 (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 5 | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Mazda | Talbot |
| Model | 5 | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
