2007 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1980 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 27 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet 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, 1980 Talbot 1510 (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (105 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Kalos | 1980 Talbot 1510 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Talbot |
Model | Kalos | 1510 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |