2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1979 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 28 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1979 Talbot Horizon. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 910 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.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Talbot Horizon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1979 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Hyundai | Talbot |
| Model | Santa Fe | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 47 L |
