1980 Talbot 1510 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 66 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Spark.
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, 1980 Talbot 1510 (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Talbot 1510 | 2011 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Talbot | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1510 | Spark |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
