1997 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1980 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 17 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1997 Daihatsu Charade.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Daihatsu Charade | 1980 Talbot 1510 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Talbot |
Model | Charade | 1510 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |