2009 Dacia Logan vs. 1981 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dacia Logan (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Talbot 1510. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Logan weights approximately 15 kg more than 1981 Talbot 1510. 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, 2009 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Logan | 1981 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Dacia | Talbot |
| Model | Logan | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1050 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 |
