1979 Talbot Horizon vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Toyota Corolla is newer by 20 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1979 Talbot Horizon. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 145 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, 1999 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Talbot Horizon | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Talbot | Toyota |
Model | Horizon | Corolla |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |