1979 Talbot Horizon vs. 2005 Audi A6
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 26 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1979 Talbot Horizon. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 785 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.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Talbot Horizon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot Horizon. 2005 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1979 Talbot Horizon has manual transmission. 1979 Talbot Horizon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Talbot Horizon | 2005 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Talbot | Audi |
| Model | Horizon | A6 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
