1997 Seat Arosa vs. 1980 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1997 Seat Arosa is newer by 17 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Seat Arosa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Seat Arosa (58 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 50 kg more than 1997 Seat Arosa.
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, 1997 Seat Arosa (117 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Horizon. 1997 Seat Arosa has automatic transmission and 1980 Talbot Horizon has manual transmission. 1980 Talbot Horizon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Seat Arosa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Seat Arosa | 1980 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Seat | Talbot |
| Model | Arosa | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 47 L |
