1981 Talbot 1510 vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1981 Talbot 1510. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 941 kg more than 1981 Talbot 1510. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Talbot 1510, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Maserati Quattroporte (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot 1510. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1981 Talbot 1510 has manual transmission. 1981 Talbot 1510 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Talbot 1510 | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Talbot | Maserati |
| Model | 1510 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3063 mm |
