1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1977 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Talbot Horizon would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1977 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1977 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1977 Talbot Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Talbot Horizon. (101 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1977 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Talbot |
| Model | 145 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
