1979 Talbot Horizon vs. 2000 Toyota GT1
To start off, 2000 Toyota GT1 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota GT1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota GT1 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1979 Talbot Horizon. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota GT1 should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 45 kg more than 2000 Toyota GT1.
Because 2000 Toyota GT1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Toyota GT1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Talbot Horizon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GT1 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota GT1 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 GT1 | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Horizon | GT1 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2810 mm |
