2009 Dacia Logan vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 30 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dacia Logan (87 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 Dacia Logan.
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, 2009 Dacia Logan (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (122 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Logan | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Dacia | Talbot |
| Model | Logan | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
