1979 Talbot Horizon vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 33 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1979 Talbot Horizon. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Rio weights approximately 181 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, 2012 Kia Rio (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot Horizon. 2012 Kia Rio 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. 2012 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Talbot Horizon | 2012 Kia Rio | |
Make | Talbot | Kia |
Model | Horizon | Rio |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1126 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4046 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 43 L |