2003 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1981 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 22 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Talbot 1510. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Daewoo Kalos.
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, 2003 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Kalos | 1981 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Talbot |
| Model | Kalos | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
