2009 Ford Ka vs. 1984 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ka (68 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Talbot 1510. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 Ford Ka.
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, 1984 Talbot 1510 (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 1984 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Ka | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
