1964 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1982 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1982 Talbot 1510 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Maserati Quattroporte (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1982 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 650 kg more than 1982 Talbot 1510. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Maserati Quattroporte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Talbot 1510, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1964 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Maserati Quattroporte | 1982 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Maserati | Talbot |
| Model | Quattroporte | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
