1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1982 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Horizon would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 100 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Charade | 1982 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Talbot |
| Model | Charade | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2530 mm |
