1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 10 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 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 235 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, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Talbot |
| Model | Beretta | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
