1983 Talbot Horizon vs. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Horizon would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Horizon. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 320 kg more than 1983 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 Fiat Grande Punto (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Talbot Horizon | 2012 Fiat Grande Punto | |
Make | Talbot | Fiat |
Model | Horizon | Grande Punto |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |