1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1985 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1985 Talbot Horizon is newer by 16 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 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 333 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1985 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Lotus | Talbot |
| Model | Europa | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 945 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 | 47 L |
