1977 Talbot Horizon vs. 1961 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1977 Talbot Horizon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Talbot Horizon (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Corona. (55 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Talbot Horizon should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Toyota Corona weights approximately 5 kg more than 1977 Talbot Horizon.
Because 1961 Toyota Corona 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 1961 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1977 Talbot Horizon (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Corona. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Talbot Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Talbot Horizon | 1961 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Horizon | Corona |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1442 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
