2012 Ford C-Max vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 33 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford C-Max (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 280 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, 2012 Ford C-Max (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510. 1979 Talbot 1510 has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford C-Max has manual transmission. 2012 Ford C-Max will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Talbot 1510 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford C-Max | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | C-Max | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1828 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1626 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2648 mm | 2610 mm |
