2007 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1980 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Terios (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1980 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 75 kg more than 1980 Talbot 1510. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Talbot 1510. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios | 1980 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Talbot |
| Model | Terios | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
