1954 Fiat 1900 vs. 1980 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1980 Talbot Horizon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Talbot Horizon (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Horizon should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1980 Talbot Horizon.
Because 1954 Fiat 1900 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Fiat 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Horizon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Fiat 1900 (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Fiat 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1900 | 1980 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | 1900 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 47 L |
