1978 Talbot Horizon vs. 2005 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tazz is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Talbot Horizon would be higher. At 1,295 cc, 2005 Toyota Tazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tazz (180 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1978 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tazz should accelerate faster than 1978 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 1 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tazz.
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, 2005 Toyota Tazz (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Tazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Talbot Horizon | 2005 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Horizon | Tazz |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1295 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 944 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
