1986 Talbot Horizon vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Talbot Horizon would be higher. At 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Talbot Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota iQ (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 88 kg more than 2012 Toyota iQ.
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 Toyota iQ (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Talbot Horizon | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Horizon | iQ |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 32 L |
