1979 Talbot Horizon vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Talbot Horizon would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1979 Talbot Horizon. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1979 Talbot 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Talbot Horizon | 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Talbot | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Horizon | 146 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 72 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
