1999 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 1978 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1999 Kia Pride Wagon 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Pride Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Pride Wagon (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1978 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Pride Wagon should accelerate faster than 1978 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 125 kg more than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon.
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, 1999 Kia Pride Wagon (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Pride Wagon | 1978 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Kia | Talbot |
| Model | Pride Wagon | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
