1977 Fiat 132 vs. 1977 Talbot Horizon
To start off, both 1977 Fiat 132 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat 132 (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1977 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1977 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 132 weights approximately 195 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.
Because 1977 Fiat 132 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 1977 Fiat 132. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1977 Fiat 132 (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Talbot Horizon. (101 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Fiat 132 | 1977 Talbot Horizon | |
Make | Fiat | Talbot |
Model | 132 | Horizon |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |