1977 Talbot Horizon vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1979 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Talbot Horizon would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corolla (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1977 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1977 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 5 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 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1979 Toyota Corolla (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Talbot Horizon. (101 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Talbot Horizon | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Talbot | Toyota |
Model | Horizon | Corolla |
Year Released | 1977 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |