1978 Simca Horizon vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 33 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1978 Simca Horizon. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 320 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, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca Horizon. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Simca Horizon | 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Simca | Fiat |
| Model | Horizon | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
