1996 Fiat Duna vs. 1983 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1996 Fiat Duna is newer by 13 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Duna (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Horizon. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 Fiat Duna.
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 Fiat Duna (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Duna | 1983 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | Duna | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
