2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1979 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 27 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Punto (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Talbot Horizon. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 838 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.
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, 2006 Fiat Punto (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 1979 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | Punto | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1783 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 47 L |
