2000 Ford Puma vs. 1982 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Horizon would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Talbot Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Horizon. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 255 kg more than 1982 Talbot Horizon. 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, 2000 Ford Puma (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Horizon. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 1982 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Puma | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 44 L |
