2005 Toyota Yaris vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 26 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Talbot 1510 (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 151 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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, 1979 Talbot 1510 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (91 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1979 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 1979 Talbot 1510 has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Talbot 1510 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Yaris | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Toyota | Talbot |
| Model | Yaris | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 944 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
