1969 Morgan 4 vs. 1980 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1980 Talbot Horizon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 285 kg more than 1969 Morgan 4.
Because 1969 Morgan 4 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 1969 Morgan 4. 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, 1969 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Morgan 4 | 1980 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Morgan | Talbot |
| Model | 4 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
