2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1986 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Talbot Horizon would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 78 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto.
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, 2003 Fiat Punto (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1986 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | Punto | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 47 L |
