2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Talbot 1510 (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Charade | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Talbot |
Model | Charade | 1510 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |