2004 Honda City vs. 1977 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 2004 Honda City is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Talbot Horizon would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1977 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1977 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 Honda City.
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, 2004 Honda City (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda City | 1977 Talbot Horizon | |
Make | Honda | Talbot |
Model | City | Horizon |
Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |