1960 Morris Minor vs. 1982 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1982 Talbot Horizon is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Talbot Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Talbot Horizon (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Talbot Horizon should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 228 kg more than 1960 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Morris Minor 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 1960 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Talbot Horizon (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Talbot Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Morris Minor | 1982 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Morris | Talbot |
| Model | Minor | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 44 L |
