1999 Honda Civic vs. 1983 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 16 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Talbot Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Talbot Horizon (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Talbot Horizon should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 35 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. 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, 1983 Talbot Horizon (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Talbot Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 1983 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Honda | Talbot |
| Model | Civic | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
