1987 Talbot Horizon vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Talbot Horizon would be higher. At 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1987 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1987 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (108 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Talbot Horizon | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
| Model | Horizon | Citi |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 49 L |
