1977 Talbot Horizon vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi 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 1,423 cc, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1977 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1977 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 88 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
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 Volkswagen Citi (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Talbot Horizon | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
| Model | Horizon | Citi |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1423 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 | 945 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 49 L |
