1977 Audi 100 vs. 1977 Talbot Horizon
To start off, both 1977 Audi 100 and 1977 Talbot Horizon were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Audi 100 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1977 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1977 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Audi 100 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1977 Talbot Horizon. 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, 1977 Audi 100 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1977 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | 100 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
