2004 Honda Life vs. 1977 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 2004 Honda Life 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Talbot Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Talbot Horizon (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Talbot Horizon should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Talbot Horizon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1977 Talbot Horizon (101 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 Talbot Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Life | 1977 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Honda | Talbot |
| Model | Life | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
