2005 Subaru Traviq vs. 1979 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 2005 Subaru Traviq is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Talbot Horizon would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Traviq is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Traviq (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1979 Talbot Horizon. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Traviq should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Traviq weights approximately 531 kg more than 1979 Talbot Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Subaru Traviq (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Traviq will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Traviq | 1979 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Subaru | Talbot |
| Model | Traviq | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
