1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1980 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1980 Talbot Horizon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,278 cc, 1967 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 315 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Abarth 1300 (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1980 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Abarth | Talbot |
| Model | 1300 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1118 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 47 L |
