1950 Buick 40 vs. 1983 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1983 Talbot Horizon is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,065 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Buick 40 (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Horizon. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Buick 40 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1983 Talbot Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Buick 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Talbot Horizon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1950 Buick 40 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Horizon. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1950 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Buick 40 | 1983 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Buick | Talbot |
| Model | 40 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4065 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2530 mm |
