2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 29 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
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, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (133 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Talbot |
| Model | Sirion | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| 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 | 102 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
