1984 Talbot Horizon vs. 1970 Toyota Century
To start off, 1984 Talbot Horizon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Century weights approximately 855 kg more than 1984 Talbot Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Century is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Talbot Horizon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Toyota Century (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Talbot Horizon | 1970 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Horizon | Century |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2870 mm |
