1967 Ford Corsair 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 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford Corsair (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 60 kg more than 1967 Ford Corsair.

Because 1967 Ford Corsair 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 1967 Ford Corsair. 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, 1967 Ford Corsair (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Horizon.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Ford Corsair 1980 Talbot Horizon
Make Ford Talbot
Model Corsair Horizon
Year Released 1967 1980
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1498 cc 1118 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 101 Nm 91 Nm
Torque RPM 2300 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 74 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72.7 mm 65 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 885 kg 945 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 3970 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 47 L


 

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