1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1979 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 4 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 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Talbot Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (67 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Talbot Horizon. (58 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 215 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1979 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Talbot |
| Model | Charade | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 58 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 47 L |
