2007 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 28 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 1 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. 1979 Talbot 1510 has automatic transmission and 2007 Daihatsu Sirion has manual transmission. 2007 Daihatsu Sirion 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:
| 2007 Daihatsu Sirion | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Talbot |
| Model | Sirion | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
