1979 Nissan Cherry vs. 1982 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1982 Talbot 1510 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Talbot 1510 (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1979 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Talbot 1510 (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Cherry | 1982 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Nissan | Talbot |
| Model | Cherry | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |
