1978 Simca Horizon vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i20 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca Horizon would be higher. At 1,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Simca Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Simca Horizon. (69 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 251 kg more than 1978 Simca 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, 2008 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca Horizon. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Simca Horizon | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Simca | Hyundai |
| Model | Horizon | i20 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1442 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| 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 | 1226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2525 mm |
