2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1980 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 23 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 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Talbot Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Talbot Horizon (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Horizon should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 85 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. 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, 1980 Talbot Horizon (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1980 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | Panda | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 47 L |
