1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1978 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Talbot Horizon would be higher. At 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Talbot Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Talbot Horizon (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Talbot Horizon should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 155 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. 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, 1978 Talbot Horizon (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Talbot Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 1978 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Talbot |
| Model | Naked | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |
