1954 Ford Popular vs. 1980 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1980 Talbot Horizon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ford Popular is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Talbot Horizon (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Horizon should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 210 kg more than 1954 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Ford Popular 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 1954 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Talbot Horizon (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Popular | 1980 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Popular | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2530 mm |
