2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1982 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Horizon would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Talbot Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Horizon. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 60 kg more than 1982 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, 2007 Fiat Strada (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Horizon. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1982 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Fiat | Talbot |
| Model | Strada | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 44 L |
