1977 Talbot Horizon vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 30 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1977 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1977 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 110 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Talbot Horizon | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Horizon | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 42 L |
