1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1978 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Talbot Horizon would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1978 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1978 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 25 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Ascona | 1978 Talbot Horizon | |
Make | Opel | Talbot |
Model | Ascona | Horizon |
Year Released | 1981 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 65 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |