1983 Talbot 1510 vs. 2010 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1983 Talbot 1510. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Materia.
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, 1983 Talbot 1510 (122 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Talbot 1510 | 2010 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Talbot | Daihatsu |
| Model | 1510 | Materia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1442 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
