1977 Talbot Horizon vs. 2010 Opel Agila
To start off, 2010 Opel Agila is newer by 33 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Talbot Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Agila (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1977 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1977 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 5 kg more than 2010 Opel Agila.
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, 1977 Talbot Horizon (101 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1977 Talbot Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Talbot Horizon | 2010 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Talbot | Opel |
| Model | Horizon | Agila |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |
