1979 Talbot 1510 vs. 2009 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Toyota Camry is newer by 30 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Camry (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Camry weights approximately 334 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, 2009 Toyota Camry (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Talbot 1510 | 2009 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | 1510 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2780 mm |
