1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1979 Talbot 1510 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Talbot 1510 (74 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 276 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cherry. 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, 1979 Talbot 1510 (122 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Nissan | Talbot |
| Model | Cherry | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |
