1982 Talbot Horizon vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Horizon would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Talbot Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Horizon. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 160 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 1982 Talbot Horizon (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Talbot Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Talbot Horizon | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
Model | Horizon | Citi |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1904 cc | 1423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 49 L |