1996 Fiat Marea vs. 1979 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Talbot Horizon would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (80 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Talbot Horizon. (58 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 140 kg more than 1979 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, 1996 Fiat Marea (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 1979 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | Marea | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 58 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 47 L |
