1980 Talbot Horizon vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1980 Talbot Horizon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 145 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco (116 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Talbot Horizon | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
| Model | Horizon | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
