2009 Mini Cooper vs. 1980 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1980 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 150 kg more than 1980 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 Mini Cooper (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot 1510. 2009 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 1980 Talbot 1510 has manual transmission. 1980 Talbot 1510 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 1980 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Mini | Talbot |
| Model | Cooper | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
