1995 Seat Toledo vs. 1983 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1995 Seat Toledo is newer by 12 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Seat Toledo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Horizon. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Seat Toledo weights approximately 105 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, 1995 Seat Toledo (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Seat Toledo | 1983 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Seat | Talbot |
| Model | Toledo | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
