1979 Talbot 1510 vs. 2011 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Getz is newer by 32 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 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Getz (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 137 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, 2011 Hyundai Getz (215 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Talbot 1510 | 2011 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Talbot | Hyundai |
| Model | 1510 | Getz |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
