1977 Talbot Horizon vs. 1981 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1981 Talbot 1510 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Talbot Horizon would be higher. Both 1977 Talbot Horizon and 1981 Talbot 1510 are equipped with a 1,294 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Talbot 1510 (63 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1977 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 1977 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1977 Talbot Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Talbot 1510 (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Talbot Horizon. (101 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Talbot Horizon | 1981 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Talbot | Talbot |
| Model | Horizon | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
