1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1982 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1982 Talbot Horizon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Talbot Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Horizon. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 408 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Talbot Horizon (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Talbot Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1982 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Lotus | Talbot |
| Model | Europa | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 44 L |
