1975 Seat 1430 vs. 1978 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1978 Talbot Horizon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Seat 1430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Seat 1430 (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1978 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Seat 1430 should accelerate faster than 1978 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 15 kg more than 1975 Seat 1430.
Because 1975 Seat 1430 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 1975 Seat 1430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1975 Seat 1430 (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Seat 1430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Seat 1430 | 1978 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Seat | Talbot |
| Model | 1430 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
