1979 Talbot Horizon vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avensis is newer by 21 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1979 Talbot Horizon. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 290 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, 2000 Toyota Avensis (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Talbot Horizon | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Horizon | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
