1984 Talbot Horizon vs. 2010 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Stilo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Talbot Horizon would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Stilo (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 350 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.
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, 2010 Fiat Stilo (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Talbot Horizon | 2010 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Talbot | Fiat |
| Model | Horizon | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |
