1977 Talbot Horizon vs. 1996 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 1996 Toyota Picnic is newer by 19 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Picnic (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1977 Talbot Horizon. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 1977 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 360 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, 1996 Toyota Picnic (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Talbot Horizon. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Talbot Horizon | 1996 Toyota Picnic | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Horizon | Picnic |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1442 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
