1996 Kia Avella vs. 1980 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Talbot Horizon would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 1980 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Kia | Talbot |
| Model | Avella | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2530 mm |
